Psychological and professional impact of COVID-19 lockdown on French dermatologists: Data from a large survey.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To evaluate the extent to which COVID-19-related lockdown affected dermatologists.

Methods

An anonymous online survey was proposed to all French dermatologists and dermatology residents to assess the impact of COVID-19 lockdown on their professional activity, their level of stress and their psychological state, as well as their coping strategies.

Results

Exactly 800 dermatologists completed the survey. The respondents noted changes in behaviour in their professional and personal environment. The number of cancelled or rescheduled appointments was very high, with a huge financial impact for private practitioners. Stigmatisation was also reported. Anxiety and a feeling of increased stress were very frequent. Increased substance use was also reported.

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SUBMITTER: Misery L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7843100 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature