Pandemic infection has been difficult for everyone, whether it is the people who got the deadly disease, their families and friends or even those who were safe from the virus but needed to fight off. several locks and paranoia.
One major impact of this deadly coronavirus infection on patients – recovery and combat – has been the widespread symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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Recent research by Cambridge University Press has revealed that one in three COVID-19 patients who have been vaccinated now have severe PTSD symptoms.
This study was conducted on 13,409 survivors of suspected or confirmed COVID-19 from the UK.
“While there has been much profiteering on the potential harmful effects of COVID-19 disease on mental health, some mental health symptoms may be particularly anticipated in people with dementia. disease, “the study reads.
The researchers collected data in May 2020 for a broader study entitled ‘Great Britain Information Test’ (GBIT).
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The data showed that patients often experienced obstructions from being placed in the ventilator, as well as images of ICUs or doctors wearing the PPE facilities and other patients in the ICU.
However, patients who received treatment at home or those who did not require any medical assistance at home (but had respiratory problems) showed fewer symptoms of PTSD.
This research has helped to confirm the point that many scientists have been trying to make regarding the relationship of coronavirus pandemic disease and mental health. As several experts say, the epidemic has adversely affected people’s mental health, and this study has further confirmed the severity of the condition.