Is quarantine related to immediate negative psychological consequences during the 2009 H1N1 epidemic?

Wang, Yongguang; Xu, Bo; Zhao, Guoliang; Cao, Ruibing; He, Xu; Fu, Sufen

doi:10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2010.11.001

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“…However, these mental health problems were not related with the control measure of quarantine, but the impacts on daily life. This finding is unusual but not unique (e.g., Wang et al, 2011;Li et al, 2020). During the H1N1 epidemic, we also found no immediate negative psychological effect of quarantine in college students (Wang et al, 2011).…”

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“…This finding is unusual but not unique (e.g., Wang et al, 2011;Li et al, 2020). During the H1N1 epidemic, we also found no immediate negative psychological effect of quarantine in college students (Wang et al, 2011). Instead, the dissatisfaction with control measures significantly predicted their negative psychological consequences.…”

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The immediate mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic among people with or without quarantine managements

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The immediate mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic among people with or without quarantine managements

Zhu

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“…Few reported positive feelings: 5% (48) reported feelings of happiness and 4% (43) reported feelings of relief. Qualitative studies also iden tified a range of other psy chological responses to quar antine, such as confusion, [11][12][13]23 fear, [12][13][14][15]23,24 anger, 12,13 grief, 29 numbness, 23 and anxietyinduced insomnia. 14,15 One study compared undergraduates who had been quarantined with those not quarantined immediately after the quarantine period and found no significant difference between the groups in terms of posttraumatic stress symptoms or general mental health problems.…”

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“…14,15 One study compared undergraduates who had been quarantined with those not quarantined immediately after the quarantine period and found no significant difference between the groups in terms of posttraumatic stress symptoms or general mental health problems. 29 However, the entire study population were undergraduate students (who are generally young, and perhaps have fewer responsibilities than adults who are employed fulltime) and thus it is possible that these conclusions cannot be generalised to the wider population.…”

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The psychological impact of quarantine and how to reduce it: rapid review of the evidence

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The December, 2019 coronavirus disease outbreak has seen many countries ask people who have potentially come into contact with the infection to isolate themselves at home or in a dedicated quarantine facility. Decisions on how to apply quarantine should be based on the best available evidence. We did a Review of the psychological impact of quarantine using three electronic databases. Of 3166 papers found, 24 are included in this Review. Most reviewed studies reported negative psychological effects including post-traumatic stress symptoms, confusion, and anger. Stressors included longer quarantine duration, infection fears, frustration, boredom, inadequate supplies, inadequate information, financial loss, and stigma. Some researchers have suggested long-lasting effects. In situations where quarantine is deemed necessary, officials should quarantine individuals for no longer than required, provide clear rationale for quarantine and information about protocols, and ensure sufficient supplies are provided. Appeals to altruism by reminding the public about the benefits of quarantine to wider society can be favourable.

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“…As of March 8, 2020, a total of 157 COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in Ningbo 5 . In order to prevent and control the epidemic of COVID-19, the local government has set up fifteen designated-hospitals, of which five have treated for confirmed or suspected COVID-19 patients as of February 28, 2020 6 . Compelling evidence have suggested that infectious disease pandemics, including severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), middle east respiratory syndrome (MERS) and 2009 novel influenza A (H1N1), were associated with mental health problems among the general population [7][8][9] , HCWs 10-14 , patients [15][16][17] and family members of patients 18 .…”

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Mental health status among family members of health care workers in Ningbo, China during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak: a Cross-sectional Study

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Background: So far, the psychological impact of COVID-19 epidemic among family members of Health care workers (HCWs) in China has been neglected. The present cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the mental health status and related factors of families of HCWs in Designated Hospitals in Ningbo, China. Method:Family members of HCWs working in five designated hospitals in Ningbo, China were recruited between February 10th and 20th, 2020. Information on demographic variables, the COVID-19-related events in the lives, knowledge of COVID-19 and the working status of family members (that is, HCWs) was collected using online self-administered questionnaires. The mental health status were assessed using the Chinese version of Patient Health Questionnare-9 (PHQ-9) and Chinese version of Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7). Multivariable logistic regression analyses were conducted to identify the main factors associated with the mental health conditions.Results: A total of 822 participants completed questionnaires correctly. (response rate of 95.80% ). The overall prevalence of GAD and depressive symptoms were 33.73%, and 29.35%, respectively. More times (hours) to focus on the COVID-19 (Odd ratio (OR)=1.215, 95% confidence interval (CI):1.061-1.391), family members (that is, HCWs) directly contact with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 patients (OR=1.477, 95%CI:1.069-2.040) were risk factors for GAD, while higher participants self-reported safety score for protective equipment of HCWs (OR=0.807, 95%CI:0.700-0.930) was a protective factor. More times (hours) to focus on the COVID-19 (OR=1.215, 95%CI:1.061-1.391), longer average working times per week for family members (that is, HCWs) (OR=1.017, 95%CI:1.005-1.029), being parents and other next of kin of HCWs were risk factors for depressive symptoms (OR=3.526, 95%CI:1.609-7.728 and OR=1.639, 95%CI:1.096-2.451, respectively). In addition, compared with participants who were HCWs, participants who were enterprise workers and were more likely to develop depressive symptoms(OR=1.750, 95%CI:1.104-2.776), while who were government employees or institutions All rights reserved. No reuse allowed without permission. : medRxiv preprint employees were less likely to suffer depressive symptoms (OR=0.529, 95%CI:0.286-0.977). Conclusions:Psychological responses to COVID-19 have been dramatic among family members of HCWs during the rising phase of the outbreak. Our findings provide strong evidence to pay more attention on the mental health status of this vulnerable but often unseen populations during COVID-19 epidemic.

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Is quarantine related to immediate negative psychological consequences during the 2009 H1N1 epidemic?

Cited by 190 publications

References 14 publications

The immediate mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic among people with or without quarantine managements

The immediate mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic among people with or without quarantine managements

The psychological impact of quarantine and how to reduce it: rapid review of the evidence

Mental health status among family members of health care workers in Ningbo, China during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak: a Cross-sectional Study

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