Date of Presentation
5-4-2023 12:00 AM
College
School of Osteopathic Medicine
Poster Abstract
This study aimed to investigate the impact of COVID-19 on depression and how different age groups and socioeconomic classes were affected. The PHQ-9 survey was used to assess depression levels amongst 64 individuals of different age groups and socioeconomic statuses. Results indicated that the higher socioeconomic class had less impact on depression symptoms compared to lower socioeconomic classes. Younger age groups and lower socioeconomic classes were found to have a bigger impact on depression symptoms. However, the study acknowledges that numerous factors, such as lifestyle factors, financial stability, and social support, need to be considered while interpreting the results. Overall, the study suggests the need for more research to control more independent variables to better understand the impact of COVID-19 on depression.
Keywords
COVID-19, Depression, Socioeconomic Factors, Life Style, Age Groups
Disciplines
Health Services Research | Medicine and Health Sciences | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms | Psychiatric and Mental Health | Psychiatry
Document Type
Poster
Included in
Health Services Research Commons, Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Commons, Psychiatric and Mental Health Commons, Psychiatry Commons
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Patients with Depression in Different Socioeconomic Status in Different Age Groups
This study aimed to investigate the impact of COVID-19 on depression and how different age groups and socioeconomic classes were affected. The PHQ-9 survey was used to assess depression levels amongst 64 individuals of different age groups and socioeconomic statuses. Results indicated that the higher socioeconomic class had less impact on depression symptoms compared to lower socioeconomic classes. Younger age groups and lower socioeconomic classes were found to have a bigger impact on depression symptoms. However, the study acknowledges that numerous factors, such as lifestyle factors, financial stability, and social support, need to be considered while interpreting the results. Overall, the study suggests the need for more research to control more independent variables to better understand the impact of COVID-19 on depression.