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ArticleScientific reports2025

Posttraumatic stress and growth in pulmonary patients recovered from COVID-19.

Joanna Milanowska, Barbara Mackiewicz, Anna Aftyka, Patrycja Mazurek, Marzena Samardakiewicz

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Joanna MilanowskaDepartment of Psychology, Chair of Psychosocial Aspects of Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland. joannamilanowska@umlub.pl.
Barbara MackiewiczDepartment and Clinic of Pneumonology, Oncology, and Allergology, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland.
Anna AftykaDepartment of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Nursing, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland.
Patrycja MazurekDepartment of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Nursing, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland.
Marzena SamardakiewiczDepartment of Psychology, Chair of Psychosocial Aspects of Medicine, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland.

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Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly affected mental health, with many survivors experiencing psychological challenges, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This study assessed PTSD symptoms and Post-Traumatic Growth (PTG) among 62 individuals recovering from COVID-19 infection, all of whom were under the care of the Department of Pneumonology, Oncology, and Allergology at the Medical University of Lublin. Results revealed that 40.32% of participants exhibited PTSD symptoms. Key predictors of PTSD severity included cognitive symptoms and post-COVID self-rated health, with cognitive symptoms positively associated and self-rated health negatively associated with PTSD severity. A positive correlation was also found between PTSD severity and PTG, suggesting that while individuals endure significant psychological distress, they may also experience personal growth, such as enhanced resilience and a redefined life perspective. These findings highlight the dual psychological impact of COVID-19 infection, particularly for individuals with preexisting pulmonary conditions. They underscore the importance of holistic, integrated care that addresses both the reduction of PTSD symptoms and the promotion of meaningful psychological growth in COVID-19 survivors.

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COVID-19Posttraumatic Growth, PsychologicalStress Disorders, Post-TraumaticAdultAgedFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedSARS-CoV-2SurvivorsCOVID-19 survivorsMental healthPost-traumatic growth (PTG)Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

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