How Digital Technology Mediated the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health: The Good, the Bad, and the Indifferent

Gega, Lina; Aboujaoude, Elias

doi:10.3389/fdgth.2021.733151

Cited by 8 publications

(8 citation statements)

References 27 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…Although an evidence synthesis of digital interventions to attenuate the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of the public highlighted their importance in mental disorder prevention and mental health promotion; it noted that evidence on their cost-effectiveness, process quality, and long-term outcomes is sparse [26]. Furthermore, the negative impact and risks of the COVID-19 pandemic are sometimes more significant in vulnerable and clinically extremely vulnerable populations (eg, people older than 70 years, pediatric patients with cystic fibrosis, or people with developmental disabilities) who may be digitally disadvantaged [26][27][28][29].…”

Section: Xsl • Fomentioning

confidence: 99%

Postacute Sequelae of COVID-19 and Adverse Psychiatric Outcomes: Protocol for an Etiology and Risk Systematic Review

Effiong¹

2023

JMIRx Med

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Background The postacute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) is a syndrome characterized by persistent COVID-19 symptoms or the onset of new symptoms following recovery from the initial or acute phase of the illness. Such symptoms often occur 4 or more weeks after being diagnosed with COVID-19. Although a lot of work has gone into understanding the long-term mental health effects of PASC, many questions related to the etiology and risk of this condition remain. Objective This protocol is for a systematic review assessing the association between PASC and adverse psychiatric outcomes and whether people with PASC are at greater risk of developing an adverse psychiatric outcome than those without PASC. Methods Various medical literature databases (eg, PubMed and EMBASE) will be searched for eligible articles, using predefined search criteria. Gray literature will also be explored. Epidemiological observational studies and secondary analyses of randomized controlled trials that report a quantitative relationship between PASC and at least one adverse psychiatric outcome will be included. The Population, Exposure of interest, Comparator, and Outcome framework will be used as a standardized framework for the inclusion criteria. The Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal tools will be used to assess methodological quality and critically appraise the risk of bias in included studies. A random-effects meta-analysis will be conducted if possible. A formal narrative synthesis will be performed if a meta-analysis is impossible due to substantial heterogeneity across studies. The Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation approach will be used to rate the cumulative certainty of the evidence for all outcomes. Ethical approval is not required. The study results will be published in a peer-reviewed journal. Results This study documents and addresses etiology, risk factors, and long-term symptoms of COVID-19 among people with PASC. It focuses on a key priority area for new evidence syntheses on the clinical management of COVID-19 and pandemic-related conditions. It will include evidence on nonhospitalized and hospitalized patients with a history of PASC. Conclusions Substantial heterogeneity across studies may limit the ability to perform a meta-analysis. Findings will inform disease prevention, decision-making, health care policy, and clinical research (Reviewed by the Plan P #PeerRef Community). Trial Registration PROSPERO CRD42022308737; https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?RecordID=308737

show abstract

Section: Xsl • Fomentioning

confidence: 99%

Postacute Sequelae of COVID-19 and Adverse Psychiatric Outcomes: Protocol for an Etiology and Risk Systematic Review

Effiong¹

2023

JMIRx Med

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

“…Moreover, the digitalization of religious practices is exemplified by the proliferation of online church services, particularly during Christmas (Fisk et al, 2020). These services transcend physical boundaries, reaching virtual congregations globally.…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

The Future of Festivity: Christmas, Technology, and the Post-Pandemic Realm

Eslit

2023

Preprint

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

This study intricately explores the evolving tapestry of Christmas celebrations in a post-pandemic era, where tradition delicately intertwines with technology. The literature review presents a global panorama of Christmas observances, delving into varied religious perspectives. Within this exploration, a Southeast Asian country discreetly initiates its festivities as early as September—a nuanced response to the profound significance of Christmas. Navigating the digital age, the paper dissects the impact of virtual gatherings, the surge in e-commerce, and digital church services on festive traditions. Employing diverse research methods, including thematic analysis, nuanced insights are synthesized from extensive literature reviews, interviews, and observations. Scrutinizing challenges posed by the digital divide, the erosion of personal connections in virtual gatherings, and sustainability concerns in online celebrations, the qualitative research methodology reveals the interplay between tradition and technology. The paper contemplates the future of Christmas in this transformative era, offering implications for future celebrations, technology developers, policymakers, and beyond. This endeavor invites contemplation on the dynamic interplay shaping the festive landscape and prompting reflection on future celebrations.

show abstract

“…26 Furthermore, the negative impact and risks of the COVID-19 pandemic are sometimes more significant in vulnerable and clinically extremely vulnerable populations (e.g., people over the age of 70, pediatric patients with cystic fibrosis, or people with developmental disabilities) who may be digitally disadvantaged. 26,27,28 Presently, it is unclear what duration of PASC, etiologies and risk factors are most associated with the manifestation or persistence of adverse psychiatric outcomes (e.g., depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, psychosis, dementia, suicide) compared with other health events. A prospective cohort study of patient-reported outcome measures (PROM) three months after initial COVID-19 symptom onset noted impairment with self-care and anxiety or depression as being present in 13% and 22% of its 78 subjects with at least one Charlson comorbidity at baseline compared to subjects without any Charlson comorbidities (4% and 9% respectively).…”

Section: Background Rationalementioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Although some studies indicate that most people who acquire COVID-19 are at risk of psychiatric sequelae and their symptoms tend to improve over time, others suggest that symptoms may worsen over time or point to a different disease trajectory. 30, 31 Research and any future recommendations about PASC and mental health should be guided by the best available evidence.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

See 1 more Smart Citation

Post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 and adverse psychiatric outcomes: an etiology and risk systematic review protocol

Effiong

2022

Preprint

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Introduction The post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) is a syndrome characterized by persistent COVID-19 symptoms or the onset of new symptoms following recovery from the initial or acute phase of the illness. Such symptoms often occur four or more weeks after being diagnosed with COVID-19. Although a lot of work has gone into understanding the long-term mental health effects of PASC, many questions related to the etiology and risk of this condition remain. Thus, this protocol is for a systematic review assessing the association between PASC and adverse psychiatric outcomes and whether people with PASC are at greater risk of developing an adverse psychiatric outcome than those without PASC. Methods and analysis Various medical databases (e.g., PubMed and EMBASE) will be searched for eligible articles using predefined search criteria. Gray literature will also be explored. Epidemiological observational studies and secondary analyses of randomized controlled trials that report a quantitative relationship between PASC and at least one adverse psychiatric outcome will be included. The Population, Exposure of interest, Comparator, and Outcome (PECO) framework will be used as a standardized framework for the inclusion criteria. The Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) critical appraisal tools will be used to assess methodological quality and critically appraise the risk of bias in included studies. A random-effects meta-analysis will be conducted if possible. A narrative synthesis will be performed if a meta-analysis is impossible due to substantial heterogeneity across studies. The Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) approach will be used to rate the cumulative certainty of the evidence for all outcomes. Ethics and Dissemination Ethical approval is not required for this study. The study results will be published in a peer-reviewed journal. Prospero registration number CRD99999999999

show abstract

How Digital Technology Mediated the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health: The Good, the Bad, and the Indifferent

Cited by 8 publications

References 27 publications

Postacute Sequelae of COVID-19 and Adverse Psychiatric Outcomes: Protocol for an Etiology and Risk Systematic Review

Postacute Sequelae of COVID-19 and Adverse Psychiatric Outcomes: Protocol for an Etiology and Risk Systematic Review

The Future of Festivity: Christmas, Technology, and the Post-Pandemic Realm

Post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 and adverse psychiatric outcomes: an etiology and risk systematic review protocol

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About