Mental health of people in Australia in the first month of COVID-19 restrictions: a national survey.

Jane R W FisherThach D TranKarin HammarbergJayagowri SastryHau NguyenHeather RoweSally PopplestoneRuby StockerClaire StubberMaggie Kirkman

Published in: The Medical journal of Australia (2020)

Mental health problems were widespread among Australians during the first month of the stage two COVID-19 restrictions; in addition, about one-quarter of respondents reported mild to moderate symptoms of depression or anxiety. A public mental health response that includes universal, selective and indicated clinical interventions is needed.

Keyphrases

mental health
coronavirus disease
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mental illness
sleep quality
depressive symptoms
physical activity
healthcare
emergency department
electronic health record