Systematic review of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on suicidal behaviour amongst health and social care workers across the world.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic has had an impact on the mental health of healthcare and social care workers, and its potential effect on suicidal thoughts and behaviour is of particular concern.

Methods

This systematic review identified and appraised the published literature that has reported on the impact of COVID-19 on suicidal thoughts and behaviour and self-harm amongst healthcare and social care workers worldwide up to May 31, 2021.

Results

Out of 37 potentially relevant papers identified, ten met our eligibility criteria. Our review has highlighted that the impact of COVID-19 has varied as a function of setting, working relationships, occupational roles, and psychiatric comorbidities.

Limitations

There have been no completed cohort studies comparing pre

SUBMITTER: Eyles E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8607051 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature