ArticleLaryngoscope investigative otolaryngology2021
The psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on otolaryngologists: Should we be concerned?
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- Gender and COVID-19 related fear and anxiety: A meta-analysis.Journal of affective disorders · 2022Pooled it
- Gender differences in the prevalence and correlates of COVID-19 fear among mental health professionals: a network perspective based on a national survey in China.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2025Article
- Fear of COVID-19 among oral health professionals in South Africa.Health SA = SA Gesondheid · 2024Article
- Stress and Anxiety of Otorhinolaryngology Healthcare Workers During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Prevalence and Associated Factors.Asia-Pacific journal of public health · 2022Article
- Effects of COVID-19-related psychological distress and anxiety on quality of sleep and life in healthcare workers in Iran and three European countries.Frontiers in public health · 2022Article
- The Mediating Effect of Reassurance-Seeking Behavior on the Influence of Viral Anxiety and Depression on COVID-19 Obsession Among Medical Students.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2022Article
- The psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on otolaryngologists: Should we be concerned?Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology · 2021Article
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Abstract
objectivePhysicians on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic are at increased risk of contracting the disease. Otolaryngologists are amongst the high-risk practitioners, as they are in close proximity to patient's upper airway, which may induce their psychological stress.
methodsA cross-sectional survey study, conducted among otolaryngologists in Saudi Arabia from June 11 to June 22. Survey consisted of sociodemographic questionnaire, Coronavirus Anxiety Scale (CAS), Obsession with COVID-19 Scale (OCS) and Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9). Available otolaryngologists with no history of mental health problems were included. A
resultsThe study included 129 participants; 63.6% men and 36.4% women. 81.4% of participants were living with family, 57.4% living with either a child or an elderly family member. Nearly 7.8% of participants had dysfunctional COVID-19 anxiety and 75.2% had COVID-19-related depression symptoms ranging from minimal to severe. Obsession and dysfunctional thinking regarding COVID-19 were found in 26.4% of participants. Single otolaryngologists had significantly higher CAS (
conclusionCOVID-19 has a considerable psychological impact on otolaryngologists. Specifically, the young and single who have less social support. This indicates the importance of psychological support to this group. Additional thorough studies should explore the psychological impact of COVID-19 in this field as it may carry devastating long-term consequences if left unattended. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level 4.
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