Self-perceived disease activity was the strongest predictor of COVID-19 pandemic-related concerns in young people with autoimmune rheumatic diseases, irrespective of their gender, with females reporting higher concerns.
Junjie PengPuja MehtaAyesha KhatunWing-Han WuLaura HennellyGeorgia DoolanJulian R HentyPaul HowardElizabeth C JuryCoziana CiurtinPublished in: Rheumatology advances in practice (2022)
Our findings highlight a gender bias in the generalized concern related to the COVID-19 pandemic, irrespective of the examined potential confounders. This suggests the need for further research around young patient self-reported outcomes outside hospital visits, especially in the context of gender differences and potential challenges of future pandemics.
Keyphrases
- disease activity
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- middle aged
- physical activity
- multiple sclerosis
- depressive symptoms
- social support
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- juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- human health
- metabolic syndrome
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