Symptoms of Depression and Anxiety During the Early Phase of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Sweden

Frontiers in Public Health

Anna Bjärtå¹  Jennifer Meurling¹  Anna Leiler¹  Elisabet Rondung² 

[1] Department of Psychology and Social Work, Mid Sweden University, Östersund, Sweden;null;

关键词: COVID-19;    pandemic consequences;    mental health;    depression;    anxiety;    risk factors;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fpubh.2021.562437

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

In this cross-sectional study we aimed to assess symptoms of depression and anxiety at an early stage of the COVID-19 pandemic, and to explore factors predictive of these mental health outcomes. A sample of 1,503 participants, recruited from the general Swedish population, completed an online survey distributed through social media. In this sample, 22.2% reported clinically significant levels of depressive symptoms (PHQ-9 ≥ 10) and 10.9% indicated possible major depression using the PHQ-9 algorithm. Moreover, 28.3% reported clinically significant levels of anxiety (GAD-7 ≥ 8) and 9.7% severe anxiety and possible GAD (GAD-7 ≥ 15). Multiple linear regression analyses identified some common predictors for both outcomes. Age, having a stable income, and sufficient social stimulation, sleep, and recovery showed negative associations, whereas worry about the economy and overall burden showed positive associations. These results suggest an impact on mental health already at an early stage of the COVID-19 pandemic.

【 授权许可】

CC BY