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- - This study aimed to evaluate how the COVID-19 pandemic affected depression, anxiety, and loneliness in individuals with a history of cancer compared to those without.
- - Researchers surveyed over 104,640 adult participants from the Kaiser Permanente Research Bank between May and December 2020, analyzing changes in mental health scores using linear mixed regression.
- - Findings revealed that about 21% of cancer survivors experienced increased depression risk, and younger, female survivors reported higher levels of anxiety and loneliness, highlighting the need for ongoing mental health and social support for this group during crises.
Article Abstract
Purpose: To assess the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on depression, anxiety, and loneliness between those with and without a history of cancer.
Design: This prospective observational study used a quantitative approach.
Participants: Adult members of the Kaiser Permanente Research Bank ( = 104,640).
Methods: Participants completed a series of surveys from May to December 2020. The difference in score of depression, anxiety, and loneliness were estimated using linear mixed regression.
Findings: Among cancer survivors, 21% and 19% met the thresholds for increased risk of depression and anxiety. Among cancer survivors, younger age groups and females reported increased depression, anxiety, and loneliness scores.
Conclusions: This study highlights the continued necessity of addressing mental health needs and social support in cancer survivors during and after a public health emergency.
Implications For Psychosocial Providers: Cancer survivors may need particular resources after cancer treatment to strengthen resilience and improve quality of life.
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| http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07347332.2023.2238192 | DOI Listing |
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