Thinesh Kumar Karadapanddy , Anne Yee , Thian Chee Loh , Ong Hui Koh , Nur 'Aqilah Mohd Hodori
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Abstract
Objectives
This study evaluates the prevalence of depression and anxiety among patients who recovered from COVID-19 infection, with a focus on the significance of coping strategies, particularly in the culturally diverse country like Malaysia. Understanding these mechanisms is vital for addressing mental health challenges post-pandemic.
Methods
A cross-sectional study was conducted among patients treated for COVID-19 in a tertiary hospital in Malaysia. The Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21) and Brief-COPE were used to measure mental health and coping strategies. Cultural influences, such as the role of religion and community, were considered alongside coping mechanisms. Non-probability sampling was employed, limiting generalizability. Multivariate logistic regression controlled for confounding variables such as age, gender, and comorbidities.
Results
The prevalence of depression and anxiety among participants was 27.9 % and 43.6 %, respectively. Hospitalized respondents showed higher level of anxiety with OR = 5.03 (CI: 1.09–23.23). Avoidant coping increased the odds of depression and anxiety, while approach coping decreased these odds. Although religion is an important cultural factor in Malaysia, it did not emerge as a statistically significant coping mechanism in this study, highlighting the complexity of cultural influences on mental health.
Conclusion
Depression and anxiety remain prevalent among COVID-19 survivors, especially among those hospitalized. Targeted mental health interventions that promote approach coping strategies and address cultural influences are essential. Policymakers should focus on providing long-term mental health support, particularly for vulnerable groups, and consider the potential of AI tools to enhance post-pandemic care.
期刊介绍:
Archives of Psychiatric Nursing disseminates original, peer-reviewed research that is of interest to psychiatric and mental health care nurses. The field is considered in its broadest perspective, including theory, practice and research applications related to all ages, special populations, settings, and interdisciplinary collaborations in both the public and private sectors. Through critical study, expositions, and review of practice, Archives of Psychiatric Nursing is a medium for clinical scholarship to provide theoretical linkages among diverse areas of practice.