Mental Health Status of Patients Recovered from COVID-19 in Macau: A Cross-Sectional Survey.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a global health crisis, impacting physical, and mental well-being, particularly among those who have recovered from the illness. This study aimed to assess the mental health status of patients recovered from COVID-19 in Macau, focusing on the impact of sequelae of COVID-19, and identifying demographic factors associated with poor mental health. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was conducted involving 494 adults who had recovered from COVID-19, with 426 participants included in the final analysis. Mental health was evaluated using the 12-item General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-12), with scores ≥3 indicating poor mental health. Results: This study revealed a high prevalence of poor mental health, affecting 71

SUBMITTER: Man TF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11545143 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature