Loneliness: A signature mental health concern in the era of COVID-19
By William D S Killgore, Sara A. Cloonan, E. Taylor, N. Dailey. Psychiatry Research, 2020
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Highlights • The COVID-19 pandemic has caused much of the populace to self-isolate.• Loneliness is significantly higher than normal during the COVID-19 pandemic.• Loneliness was associated with increased depression and suicidal ideation.• Public health efforts must address increased loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Subfields: Clinical Psychology, General Health Professions, Health
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