Global prevalence and associated risk factors of posttraumatic stress disorder during COVID-19 pandemic: A meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted the psychological well-being of individuals and society. Previous studies conducted on coronavirus outbreaks including Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome pandemic found that posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety were the most common mental health problems and long-term consequences of these outbreaks. Currently, comprehensive and integrated information on the global prevalence of PTSD due to the COVID-19 pandemic is lacking.

Objective

In the present meta-analysis, we examined the global prevalence and associated risk factors of PTSD in patients/survivors of COVID-19, health professionals, and the population at large.

Design

Meta-analysis.

Data source

SUBMITTER: Yunitri N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8585564 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature