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Lessons Learned about the Need for Early Screening for Depression during the First Months of the COVID-19 Pandemic in the United States.
Uwadiale, Akuekegbe; Cordaro, Millie; Brunett, Kaitlin; Stern, Mark; Howard, Krista.
  • Uwadiale A; Department of Psychology, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, USA.
  • Cordaro M; Department of Psychology, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, USA.
  • Brunett K; Department of Psychology, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, USA.
  • Stern M; Department of Educational Psychology, University of Texas, Austin, Texas, USA.
  • Howard K; Department of Psychology, Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas, USA.
Issues Ment Health Nurs ; 43(3): 272-281, 2022 Mar.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1409755
ABSTRACT
A nationwide survey assessed the prevalence and pandemic-related risk factors of major depressive disorder (MDD) at the initial onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Findings showed a significant increase in the prevalence of MDD (22.7%) compared to the pre-pandemic 12-month estimate (10.4%). Specific pandemic-related concerns, along with significant increases in stress, loneliness, fatigue, and substance use behaviors are noted for those with the provisional diagnosis of MDD. Early screening and detection for potential MDD cases can reduce the severity and duration of maladaptive symptoms, decreasing the risk for future depression episodes and the potential loss of quality of life and productivity.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Depressive Disorder, Major / COVID-19 Type of study: Diagnostic study / Observational study / Prognostic study Limits: Humans Country/Region as subject: North America Language: English Journal: Issues Ment Health Nurs Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: 01612840.2021.1975333

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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: MEDLINE Main subject: Depressive Disorder, Major / COVID-19 Type of study: Diagnostic study / Observational study / Prognostic study Limits: Humans Country/Region as subject: North America Language: English Journal: Issues Ment Health Nurs Year: 2022 Document Type: Article Affiliation country: 01612840.2021.1975333