Association between SARS-CoV-2 infection and self-harm: Danish nationwide register-based cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Case studies have linked SARS-CoV-2 infection to suicidal behaviour. However, conclusive evidence is lacking.

Aims

To examine whether a history of SARS-CoV-2 infection or SARS-CoV-2-related hospital admission was associated with self-harm in the general population and in high-risk groups.

Method

A cohort design was applied to nationwide data on all people aged ≥15 years and living in Denmark between 27 February 2020 and 15 October 2021. Exposure was identified as having had a positive SARS-CoV-2 PCR test, and further assessed as SARS-CoV-2-related hospital admission. Rates of probable self-harm were examined using adjusted incidence rate ratios (aIRRs). The following subgroups were identified: (a) lower educational level, (b) chronic medical conditions, (c)

SUBMITTER: Erlangsen A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10895503 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature