The Relationships among Media Usage Regarding COVID-19, Knowledge about Infection, and Anxiety: Structural Model Analysis.

Yu Ri Lee Ju-Yeon Lee In Hoo Park Mina Kim Min Jhon Ju-Wan Kim Seunghyong Ryu Jae-Min Kim Sung Wan Kim

Published in: Journal of Korean medical science (2020)

Our study demonstrated significant effects of mass media coverage regarding COVID-19 on fear, prejudice, and anxiety. While knowledge about COVID-19 could decrease fear, prejudice, and anxiety, the use of mass media did not enhance this knowledge. Medical societies should guide mass media reporting of COVID-19 and provide appropriate public education.

Keyphrases

coronavirus disease
sars cov
healthcare
sleep quality
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
mental health
depressive symptoms
emergency department
quality improvement