Consultant psychiatrists' experience of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health services.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) has spread worldwide threatening human health. To reduce transmission, a 'lockdown' was introduced in Ireland between March and May 2020. The aim of this study is to capture the experiences of consultant psychiatrists during lockdown and their perception of it's impact on mental health services.

Methods

A questionnaire designed by the Royal College of Psychiatrists was adapted and circulated to consultant members of the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland following the easing of restrictions. The questionnaire assessed the perceived impact on referral rates, mental health act provision, availability of information technology (IT), consultant well-being and availability of personal protective equipment (PPE). Thematic analysis

SUBMITTER: Kelleher E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8503055 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature