Psychological Predictors of Self-reported COVID-19 Outcomes: Results From a Prospective Cohort Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Previous research has shown that psychological factors, such as stress and social support, are associated with greater susceptibility to viral respiratory illnesses and more severe symptoms. During the COVID-19 pandemic there has been a well-documented deterioration in psychological well-being and increased social isolation. This raises questions as to whether those experiencing psychological adversity during the pandemic are more at risk of contracting and/or experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.

Purpose

To examine the relationship between psychological factors and the risk of COVID-19 self-reported infection and the symptomatic experience of SARS-CoV-2 (indicated by the number and severity of symptoms).

Methods

As part of a longitudinal prospective observationa

SUBMITTER: Ayling K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8755370 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature