Publications by authors named "Parsa Khawari"
Mental Health Conditions- and Substance Use-Associated Emergency Department Visits during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Nevada, USA.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
March 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study analyzed how the COVID-19 pandemic affected emergency department (ED) visits in Nevada for mental health conditions (like suicidal thoughts and schizophrenia) and substance use (opioids, cannabis, alcohol, and cigarettes) compared to before the pandemic.* -
- Utilizing the Nevada State ED database from 2018 to 2021, the research found that during 2020 and 2021, especially in 2020, there was a significant increase in ED visits related to these issues compared to 2018.* -
- The results highlight the pandemic's negative impact on mental health and substance use, offering insights for policymakers to create effective public health initiatives to tackle these challenges during future public health crises.*