Neuropsychological Disorders and Symptoms of a Bodily Distress Disorder as Possible Long-Term Consequences of a COVID-19 Infection

ABSTRACT

Neuropsychological and comorbid mental disorders can occur following a COVID-19 infection. In this context, the long-term consequences of a COVID-19 infection are gaining increasing attention. This case report presents a 36-year-old female patient who complained of impaired cognitive functions and symptoms of mental illness after a COVID-19 infection. Based on previous research, it is plausible that the COVID-19 infection caused her to suffer from neuropsychological disorders as well as from symptoms of a bodily distress disorder. The neuropsychological symptoms comprised impairments of attentional performance and executive functions. © 2021 The Author(s).