Psychological Impacts of Coronavirus Outbreaks on Adults: A Rapid Evidence Review |
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Authors: | Emily Berger Negar Jamshidi rea Reupert |
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Institution: | 1
Faculty of Education, Monash University, Clayton, Melbourne, Victoria, 3800, Australia2
School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, College of Science, Engineering and Health, RMIT University, Melbourne, Bundoora,
3083, Australia |
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Abstract: | A recent rapid review highlighted the negative psychological impacts of quarantining during coronavirus outbreaks on the public. However, to date, there has been no review of the psychological impacts of coronavirus
on adults using research from community samples and not restricted to people quarantined during coronavirus.
A rapid review was conducted to provide timely evidence about the mental health implications of coronavirus
outbreaks on adults and to inform psychological research concerning the current COVID-19 outbreak. Three
databases and Google Scholar were searched and a total of 27 studies were identified. Symptoms of anxiety
and depression were identified during coronavirus outbreaks alongside concerns about becoming infected and
family becoming infected. Those with pre-existing mental health conditions, young adults, women and those
reporting physical symptoms appear to be vulnerable to negative psychological outcomes during coronavirus outbreaks. How people think about and understand coronavirus, and the coping strategies employed by people, may
play a role in mitigating negative psychological outcomes. Results demonstrate the adverse psychological impacts
of coronavirus outbreaks on adults and the need for continued investment in mental health services for the wider
community during these times. Further longitudinal research is required to ascertain the long-term psychological
consequences of coronavirus outbreaks. This review can be used to inform continued research on the psychological impacts of COVID-19 on adults. |
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Keywords: | Coronavirus outbreak adults psychological impact COVID-19 |
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