Investigation of psychiatric symptoms in individuals in Turkey during the COVID-19 outbreak
Abstract
Purpose
The aim of this study was to determine the psychiatric symptoms and the effective factors in individuals in Turkey during COVID-19 outbreak.
Design and Methods
The descriptive study was conducted on individuals aged 18 and older living in Turkey. The questionnaire was prepared in Google form, and individuals were invited electronically.
Findings
The pandemic has affected the mental health of society adversely. Anxiety, depression, negative self, hostility, and somatization levels are higher in women, individuals under the age of 40, and those without children.
Practice implications
These results will shed light on the planning of community mental health services.
CONFLICT OF INTERESTS
The authors declare that there are no conflict of interests.
Open Research
DATA AVAILABILITY STATEMENT
The data that support the findings of this study are available from the author upon reasonable request.
