Stress levels, psychological symptoms, and C-reactive protein levels in COVID-19: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although many studies have pointed out a possible relationship between COVID-19 and the presence of psychiatric disorders, the majority of the studies have significant limitations. This study investigates the influence of COVID-19 infection on mental health.

Methods

This cross-sectional study included an age- and sex-matched sample of adult individuals positive (cases) or negative (controls) for COVID-19. We evaluated the presence of psychiatric conditions and C-reactive protein (CRP).

Results

Findings showed greater severity of depressive symptoms, higher levels of stress, and greater CRP in cases. The severity of depressive and insomnia symptoms, as well as the CRP were more remarkable in individuals with moderate/severe COVID-19. We found a positive corr

SUBMITTER: de Azevedo Cardoso T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10005840 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature