Young Adults with Chronic Conditions During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Comparison with Healthy Peers, Risk and Resilience Factors.

ABSTRACT: The COVID-19 pandemic led to psychological impacts for young adults worldwide. Young adults with chronic medical conditions (YACCs) generally experience a higher risk of psychological impairment. This study examined the differences regarding the impact of the pandemic on YACCs compared with healthy peers and aimed to identify risk and buffering factors. A longitudinal survey with n = 272 (51% female) young adults was conducted at three time-points during the COVID-19 pandemic. Symptoms of depression and anxiety, positive mental health, life satisfaction, loneliness, and suicidal ideation were assessed, together with sociodemographic variables. The factors contributing to resilient mental health trajectories during the pandemic were examined. A chronic medical condition was reported

SUBMITTER: Job AK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12469516 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature