Psychological distress during the COVID-19 pandemic in Canada.

ABSTRACT:

Background

During major pandemics such as COVID-19, the fear of being infected, uncertain prognoses, and the imposition of restrictions may result in greater odds of emotional and psychological distress. Hence, the present study examines the predictors of psychological distress during the COVID-19 pandemic in Canada, and how they differ by gender.

Methods

Data of 2,756 adults aged 18 years and above from a cross-sectional online survey conducted between July and October 2020 was used for this study. A multivariable logistic regression analysis was carried out. The results were presented as adjusted odds ratio (aOR) with their respective confidence interval (CI).

Results

Lower odds of psychological distress were found among males compared to females and among individua

SUBMITTER: Pongou R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9671380 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature