We report distress levels and functional outcomes based on self-reported pre-existing
mental health conditions among US young adults (N= 898) during the COVID-19 pandemic
(April 13-May 19, 2020). Depression, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms, as well as COVID-19 …

This study examined the psychological distress caused by non-coercive lockdown (mild
lockdown) in Japan. An online survey was conducted with 11,333 people (52.4% females;
mean age= 46.3±14.6 years, range= 18–89 years) during the mild lockdown in the seven …

New Zealand's early response to the novel coronavirus pandemic included a strict lockdown
which eliminated community transmission of COVID-19. However, this success was not
without cost, both economic and social. In our study, we examined the psychological …

Objetivo: Analisar a frequência de tristeza, nervosismo e alterações do sono durante a
pandemia de COVID-19 no Brasil, identificando os segmentos demográficos mais afetados.
Métodos: Estudo transversal, com questionário aplicado via web a adultos e idosos …

Our aim was to analyze the association between previously diagnosed lifetime depression
and changes in physical activity (PA), TV-viewing, consumption of fruits and vegetables as
well as frequency of ultra-processed food (UPF) consumption. Data of 41,923 Brazilian …

Objective: To analyze the frequency of sadness, nervousness, and sleep disorders during
the COVID-19 pandemic in Brazil, identifying the most affected demographic segments.
Methods: This was a cross-sectional study using an online questionnaire answered by …

Background During the COVID-19 pandemic, a structural reorganization was imposed on
public health systems. Psychiatry services were also affected with the imposed reduction of
non-urgent consultations. We aim to explore the effect of these changes on a Psychiatry …

Most studies on well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic have focused on the mental
health of the general population; far less attention has been given to more specific
populations, such as patients with mental illness. Indeed, it is important to examine the …

Background: COVID-19 prevention and mitigation efforts were abrupt and challenging for
most countries with the protracted lockdown straining socioeconomic activities. Marginalized
groups and individuals are particularly vulnerable to adverse effects of the pandemic such …

Background The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak has escalated the burden
of psychological distress. We aimed to evaluate factors associated with psychological
distress among the predominantly general population during the COVID-19 pandemic …