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ArticleJournal of primary care & community health

The Mental Health Paradox of COVID-19 Prevention: Adherence, Fatigue, and Depression in a Longitudinal Perspective.

Jiahui Jin, Daniel W L Lai, Elsie Yan, Vincent W P Lee

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4 authors.

Jiahui JinNanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore.
Daniel W L LaiHong Kong Baptist University, Kowloon Hong Kong SAR, China.ORCID 0000-0001-6365-3189
Elsie YanThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Vincent W P LeeHong Kong Baptist University, Kowloon Hong Kong SAR, China.

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Abstract

objectivesThe COVID-19 pandemic presented significant challenges, particularly the psychological impact of prolonged preventive measures. This study aimed to explore the longitudinal relationships among adherence, anti-pandemic fatigue, and depression, focusing on how these dynamics evolved.

methodsA prospective longitudinal survey was conducted among 627 adults in Hong Kong during the pandemic across 3 waves. Repeated measures ANOVA, cross-lagged path modeling, and mediation model were employed to assess temporal relationships among adherence, anti-pandemic fatigue, and depression.

resultsAdherence at T3 significantly predicted T4's anti-pandemic fatigue (

conclusionWhile relationships varied over the 3 time points, the longitudinal design has clarified the causal inference. The study highlights the mental toll of prolonged restrictions and emphasizes the importance of designing integrative strategies that support adherence while addressing fatigue and depression. These findings offer actionable insights for primary care and community health programs in managing future public health emergencies.

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COVID-19DepressionFatiguePatient ComplianceAdultFemaleHong KongHumansLongitudinal StudiesMaleMental HealthMiddle AgedProspective StudiesSARS-CoV-2adherenceanti-pandemic fatigueCOVID-19depressionpreventative measures

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PMID40233310
PMCPMC12033405

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