Depression is one of the long-term risk factors for Covid, the study says

Cases of psychological distress, such as depression and anxiety, increase the risk of long-term Covid syndrome by up to 50%

Depression, anxiety, stress and loneliness are major risk factors of obesity for long-term Covid syndrome, persistence of Covid-19 symptoms for at least three months after infection. The conclusion is from a study conducted by the Harvard University School of Public Health, in the United States, published in the scientific journal JAMA psychiatry.

The study analyzed data from three surveys conducted between April 2020 and November 2021, with over 54,000 people. And, in this way, he was able to relate the reports of psychological suffering prior to the infection from Covid-19 with the prevalence of cases of long Covid syndrome.

In this way, the researchers found that among people with depression, the incidence of lasting symptoms was 32% higher. Among those with anxiety, the increase was 42%. Those who reported stress had a 46% higher risk for long-term Covid; and those who reported loneliness, 32%.

Also according to the study results, volunteers with two or more types of psychological distress have a 49% chance of developing prolonged symptoms of Covid-19 even after contamination.

Remembering that September is the month of struggle and suicide prevention, a campaign known as “yellow September”. So, if you or someone in your social circle have emotional and psychological problems, don’t hesitate to seek professional helphe saw?

In addition to the free care provided by the Unified Health System, the SUS, you can also find support at the Life Appreciation Center (CVV). The organization has volunteers ready to help you by calling 188 or via the CVV website.

Source: Terra

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