Prevalence and Predictors of PTSD During the Initial Stage of COVID-19 Epidemic among Female College Students in China.

Ming-Yu SiXiao-You SuYu JiangWen-Jun WangXiao-Fen GuLi MaJing LiShao-Kai ZhangZe-Fang RenYuan-Li LiuYou-Lin Qiao

Published in: Inquiry : a journal of medical care organization, provision and financing (2022)

In summary, PTSD symptoms were prevalent among female college students in China during the COVID-19 epidemic. Targeting vulnerable populations to improve their knowledge about COVID-19 and create an atmosphere of social support would be beneficial. Moreover, the joint efforts from family, school administrators, and policymakers are essential to improve the mental health of the female students during the COVID-19 epidemic.

Keyphrases

coronavirus disease
social support
sars cov
mental health
depressive symptoms
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
risk factors
drug delivery
high school
genetic diversity