Association between recent COVID-19 diagnosis, depression and anxiety symptoms among slum residents in Kampala, Uganda.

Solomon Tsebeni WafulaLesley L NinsiimaHilbert MendozaJohn C SsempebwaFlorian Walter David Musoke

Published in: PloS one (2023)

This study suggests an increased risk of depressive symptoms and GAD in adults following a COVID-19 diagnosis. We recommend additional mental health support for recently diagnosed persons. The long-term of COVID-19 on mental health effects also need to be investigated.

Keyphrases

coronavirus disease
sars cov
mental health
depressive symptoms
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
sleep quality
atomic force microscopy
mass spectrometry