The Support Network: Examining Perceived Social Support's Mediating Effect on Covid-19 Anxiety and Psychological Distress Among Medical Frontliners
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching implications for the Philippines, impacting the economy, physical health, and mental well-being. With a significant number of infections and fatalities, anxiety has become pervasive among patients, frontline workers, and the general population. Healthcare institutions, in particular, have become high-risk environments for exposure to the virus, leading to increased workloads and profound mental stress among medical professionals. This mental impact is not unique to the Philippines but has been observed in various countries during previous pandemics. As a result, there is an urgent need to address the psychological well-being of both healthcare workers and patients. This study explores the psychological distress and anxiety experienced by individuals in the Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic, shedding light on the immediate psychological needs of patients and healthcare professionals.
Authors: Maria Luisa, Santos Reyes, Juan Carlos Cruz, Hernandez
Institution: Northwest Samar State University
Language: English
Topic: COVID-19 and Mental Health
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6968080902
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