As soon lockdowns crown entry into force in March, the discussion turned to mental health. And ‘well-it documented that natural disasters, wars and other mass trauma can lead to a significant increase in psychological distress at the population level. Weeks or months of fear, anxiety, grief, and social isolation can take its toll, many experts the United States fear an epidemic mental pandemic virus would face the fight at the same time. Now a study published in JAMA open network provides one of the first nationally representative estimates of how serious epidemic that can be three times the number of Americans criteria for a diagnosis of depression during the coup pandemic before, according to the newspaper. A survey pre-pandemic 5,000 American adults found that 8.5% of them strong enough to signs of depression (including demonstrated by the feeling or hopeless, loss of interest in things that usually bring pleasure, low-power energy, problems concentrating or thinking about hurting yourself) a probable diagnosis to justify. When the researchers examined nearly 1,500 American adults about their mental health from March to April this year, that figure rose to almost 28%. Even more people almost another 25% -showed milder signs of depression. Logically, people had more symptoms of depression during the pandemic suffer when they learn “COVID-19 stress factors”, including the job to lose, the death of a loved one or a financial hardship. People who say they have less than $5,000 over 50% in savings were more likely to suffer from depression than the richest people, the researchers found. According to the demographic development usual, women were more likely to experience depression than men, and some people were more likely to experience depression than married couples. But the trends that go so far. Chi-regardless of race, gender, relationship status or income, while something as traumatic as psychological problems experienced pandemic. Small lifestyle changes can help. Get enough sleep and exercise go a long way, and studies have shown that meditation and yoga can have a positive effect on the psychological well-being. Social support is also crucial, although almost happened. It ‘also easier than ever to seek mental health care when you need it. Teletherapy is attracted during the pandemic in popularity, making it easier to see a doctor from home. If you need immediate help, there are direct lines that can provide support. If you or someone you know is considering suicide may be, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text HOME to 741,741 the crisis to reach the line of text. In case of emergency call 911 or seek care from a local hospital.
Depression rose during the 19-COVID Pandemic, Study Says
