Southeast Asian Journal of Case Report and Review

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Steve Manjaly*, Anu Francis, Siju Jose Koonen, Deepthi Thekkethil, Sangeetha Dhruvan


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Impact of the COVID 19 pandemic on the mental health and quality of life among older adults in India


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Author Details : Steve Manjaly*, Anu Francis, Siju Jose Koonen, Deepthi Thekkethil, Sangeetha Dhruvan

Volume : 10, Issue : 1, Year : 2023

Article Page : 5-12

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.sajcrr.2023.002



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Introduction: The Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic rapidly spread across continents causing widespread mortality. Older adults, especially those with underlying diseases, are more susceptible for COVID-19 infection. Due to this concern, reverse quarantine was adopted as a protective strategy. This can lead to several psychological and physical detrimental effects. Aims:1). To assess the mental health status (depression and anxiety) among elderly people in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.2) To assess the impact of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions and mental health issues on quality of life.
Materials and Methods: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study among older adults (>60 yrs) residing in urban community in Central Kerala, India.
Results: Of the 200 patients, more than half had moderate to high levels of anxiety and a poor social support. Depression was seen in only 1/4th of patients and that was significant in older women. Mean knowledge about COVID was below 80%. Social support was inversely associated with anxiety and depression. Anxiety and depression significantly affected QOL scores.
Conclusion: This study emphasizes on the need for better mental health programmes tailored for our geriatric population. Joint multidisciplinary action plans with focus on enhancing social support can improve the quality of life of this vulnerable group.


Keywords: COVID 19, Mental health, Quality of life, Geriatric, Older people, Anxiety, Depression, Social support, Kerala, India, Pandemic


How to cite : Manjaly S, Francis A, Koonen S J, Thekkethil D, Dhruvan S, Impact of the COVID 19 pandemic on the mental health and quality of life among older adults in India. South Asian J Case Rep Rev 2023;10(1):5-12

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