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Evidence summary: What is the psychological impact of COVID-19 on patients recovering from the disease who need rehabilitation? [v1.0]

dc.contributor.authorNational Health Library & Knowledge Service (NHLKS)
dc.contributor.authorReynolds, Julia
dc.contributor.authorLeen, Brendan
dc.date.accessioned2020-06-30T13:48:20Z
dc.date.available2020-06-30T13:48:20Z
dc.date.issued2020-06-30
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10147/627847
dc.descriptionThere is limited data on the psychological impact of COVID-19 on patients recovering from the disease 2. Available studies so far list reduced sleep quality, depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as the main symptoms 1, 3-12. Evidence from previous SARS and MERS epidemics support this pattern 20-26, as do studies looking at survivors of critical illness 27-31. Follow-up data in these patient groups reported symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD ranging from 15% to 44%17. One recent multi-centre Chinese study found self-reported PTSD symptoms in 96% of recovered COVID-19 patients3. Data from the SARS outbreak show that stress and other psychiatric symptoms persisted long term 21, 22. In COVID-19, a small number of randomised controlled trials have been undertaken on: an internet-based intervention for depression and anxiety 10; progressive muscle relaxation for anxiety and sleep quality 8; and effects of respiratory rehabilitation on psychological function in elderly patients 9. These studies showed positive results but patient numbers were small and benefits were mild. Surveillance for psychopathology will be important in the recovery and rehabilitation phases. Recommendations are to anticipate a high prevalence of depression, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms, and to provide comprehensive and timely management. Particular consideration is required for those with pre-morbid psychiatric illness, healthcare workers13, and those who have been treated in Intensive Care.en_US
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherHealth Service Executiveen_US
dc.subjectCORONAVIRUSen_US
dc.subjectCOVID-19en_US
dc.subjectMENTAL HEALTHen_US
dc.subjectPSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORTen_US
dc.subjectREHABILITATIONen_US
dc.subjectPSYCHOLOGICAL TRAUMAen_US
dc.titleEvidence summary: What is the psychological impact of COVID-19 on patients recovering from the disease who need rehabilitation? [v1.0]en_US
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refterms.dateFOA2020-06-30T13:48:21Z


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