Publication: Methodological Approach in Determining Mental Health Status of Covid-19 Patients in Malaysia (Mentalstatcovid)
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2022
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Background: Mental health is an important marker for survival during pandemic. This article describes the study protocol on the research project “Mental Health Status of COVID-19 Patients in Malaysia (MENTALSTATCOVID)” which aims to determine the burden of mental health among COVID-19 patients in Malaysia.
Materials and Methods: This is a cross-sectional study via web-based online survey involving 401 patients in the main COVID-19 hospitals in Malaysia who were selected via quota sampling. The questionnaire consists of socio-demographic profile, Patient Health Questionnaire 9 items (PHQ-9), General Anxiety Disorders 7 items (GAD-7) and Brief COPE (Coping Orientation to Problems Experienced).
Result: The overall response rate was 93.47%. Discussion: The survey has proven to be convenience, feasible, simple as it did not require massive logistic preparation, and yet acceptable and effective in delivering the intended data. This is evidenced by the high response rate.
Conclusion: This is the first study to address burden of mental health among hospitalized COVID-19 patients in Malaysia. The findings should benefits stakeholders and public via improvement towards risk communication and mental health surveillance programme.