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The Fear of COVID-19 Scale: Development and Initial Validation

Daniel Kwasi Ahorsu, Chung-Ying Lin, Vida Imani, Mohsen Saffari, Mark D. Griffiths, Amir H. Pakpour

Summary: The Fear of COVID-19 Scale is a reliable and valid tool for assessing fear of COVID-19 among the general population and can help alleviate individual fears of COVID-19.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION (2022)

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Emotional distress in young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic: evidence of risk and resilience from a longitudinal cohort study

Lilly Shanahan, Annekatrin Steinhoff, Laura Bechtiger, Aja L. Murray, Amy Nivette, Urs Hepp, Denis Ribeaud, Manuel Eisner

Summary: This study examines the emotional distress experienced by young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic, comparing it to their pre-pandemic distress levels. The study finds that pre-pandemic distress, as well as economic and psychosocial stressors during the pandemic, are strongly associated with emotional distress. COVID-19-related health risk exposures do not have a significant impact on emotional distress. Effective coping strategies include maintaining a daily routine, engaging in physical activity, and positive reappraisal or reframing.

PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE (2022)

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COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in the UK: the Oxford coronavirus explanations, attitudes, and narratives survey (Oceans) II

Daniel Freeman, Bao S. Loe, Andrew Chadwick, Cristian Vaccari, Felicity Waite, Laina Rosebrock, Lucy Jenner, Ariane Petit, Stephan Lewandowsky, Samantha Vanderslott, Stefania Innocenti, Michael Larkin, Alberto Giubilini, Ly-Mee Yu, Helen McShane, Andrew J. Pollard, Sinead Lambe

Summary: The study aimed to estimate the willingness to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, identify predictive socio-demographic factors, and determine potential causes in order to provide guidance on information provision. The findings showed that willingness to take the vaccine is closely linked to recognition of its collective importance, and factors such as conspiracy beliefs lower vaccine uptake. Socio-demographic factors such as age, gender, income, and ethnicity also played a role in vaccine hesitancy.

PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE (2022)

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Coronavirus conspiracy beliefs, mistrust, and compliance with government guidelines in England

Daniel Freeman, Felicity Waite, Laina Rosebrock, Ariane Petit, Chiara Causier, Anna East, Lucy Jenner, Ashley-Louise Teale, Lydia Carr, Sophie Mulhall, Emily Bold, Sinead Lambe

Summary: In England, there is a significant endorsement of conspiracy beliefs about the coronavirus. These beliefs are associated with less compliance with government guidelines and a greater unwillingness to undergo future tests and treatment. They are also connected to other forms of mistrust.

PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE (2022)

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Longitudinal changes in mental health and the COVID-19 pandemic: evidence from the UK Household Longitudinal Study

Michael Daly, Angelina R. Sutin, Eric Robinson

Summary: This observational study examines changes in mental health problems during the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK. The findings show a significant increase in the prevalence of mental health problems, with certain demographic groups being more vulnerable.

PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE (2022)

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Increases in depression and anxiety symptoms in adolescents and young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic

Mariah T. Hawes, Aline K. Szenczy, Daniel N. Klein, Greg Hajcak, Brady D. Nelson

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased depression and anxiety symptoms among adolescents and young adults in Long Island, New York, particularly among females. Concerns related to school and home confinement during the pandemic were independently associated with changes in symptoms.

PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE (2022)

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Intolerance of Uncertainty and Mental Wellbeing: Serial Mediation by Rumination and Fear of COVID-19

Begum Satici, Mehmet Saricali, Seydi Ahmet Satici, Mark D. Griffiths

Summary: This study aims to investigate the psychological consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. The results show that intolerance of uncertainty has a direct impact on mental wellbeing, and this relationship is mediated by rumination and fear of COVID-19.

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Review: Mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on children and youth - a systematic review

Hasina Samji, Judy We, Amilya Ladak, Caralyn Vossen, Evelyn Stewart, Naomi Dove, David Long, Gaelen Snell

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant negative impact on the mental health of children and adolescents, leading to increased fear, depressive and anxious symptoms compared to before the pandemic. Older adolescents, girls, and those with neurodiversities or chronic physical conditions are more likely to experience adverse mental health outcomes, while factors like physical exercise, access to entertainment, positive familial relationships, and social support are associated with better mental health outcomes.

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH (2022)

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Standards of Care for the Health of Transgender and Gender Diverse People, Version 8

E. Coleman, A. E. Radix, W. P. Bouman, G. R. Brown, A. L. C. de Vries, M. B. Deutsch, R. Ettner, L. Fraser, M. Goodman, J. Green, A. B. Hancock, T. W. Johnson, D. H. Karasic, G. A. Knudson, S. F. Leibowitz, H. F. L. Meyer-Bahlburg, S. J. Monstrey, J. Motmans, L. Nahata, T. O. Nieder, S. L. Reisner, C. Richards, L. S. Schechter, V Tangpricha, A. C. TisheInnan, M. A. A. Van Trotsenburg, S. Winter, K. Ducheny, N. J. Adams, T. M. Adrian, L. R. Allen, D. Azul, H. Bagga, K. Basar, D. S. Bathory, J. J. Belinky, J. U. Berli, R. O. Bluebond-Langner, M-B Bouman, M. L. Bowers, P. J. Brassard, J. Byrne, L. Capitan, C. J. Cargill, J. M. Carswell, S. C. Chang, G. Chelvakumar, T. Corneil, K. B. Dalke, G. De Cuypere, E. de Vries, M. Den Heijer, A. H. Devor, C. Dhejne, A. D'Marco, E. K. Edmiston, L. Edwards-Leeper, R. Ehrbar, D. Ehrensaft, J. Eisfeld, E. Elaut, L. Erickson-Schroth, J. L. Feldman, A. D. Fisher, M. M. Garcia, L. Gijs, S. E. Green, B. P. Hall, T. L. D. Hardy, M. S. Irwig, L. A. Jacobs, A. C. Janssen, K. Johnson, D. T. Klink, B. P. C. Kreukels, L. E. Kuper, E. J. Kvach, M. A. Malouf, R. Massey, T. Mazur, C. McLachlan, S. D. Morrison, S. W. Mosser, P. M. Neira, U. Nygren, J. M. Oates, J. Obedin-Maliver, G. Pagkalos, J. Patton, N. Phanuphak, K. Rachlin, T. Reed, G. N. Rider, J. Ristori, S. Robbins-Cherry, S. A. Roberts, K. A. Rodriguez-Wallberg, S. M. Rosenthal, K. Sabir, J. D. Safer, A. Scheim, L. J. Seal, T. J. Sehoole, K. Spencer, C. St Amand, T. D. Steensma, J. F. Strang, G. B. Taylor, K. Tilleman, G. G. T'Sjoen, L. N. Vala, N. M. Van Mello, J. F. Veale, J. A. Vencill, B. Vincent, L. M. Wesp, M. A. West, J. Arcelus

Summary: This study introduces the latest developments in transgender healthcare and the role of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH) and its Standards of Care (SOC). SOC-8 is a new set of guidelines for transgender healthcare, aiming to provide healthcare professionals with clinical guidance to assist transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals in achieving comfort and overall health. The guidelines are based on the best available science and expert consensus, and recommendations were developed through systematic literature reviews and expert opinions.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF TRANSGENDER HEALTH (2022)

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Validation and Psychometric Evaluation of the Italian Version of the Fear of COVID-19 Scale

Paolo Soraci, Ambra Ferrari, Francesco A. Abbiati, Elena Del Fante, Rosanna De Pace, Antonino Urso, Mark D. Griffiths

Summary: The study examined the psychometric properties of the Italian version of the Fear of COVID-19 Scale (FCV-19S) and found that it has satisfactory validity and reliability. The scale showed good correlations with other assessment tools, indicating its effectiveness in measuring fear of COVID-19 among the Italian population.

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Psychometric Validation of the Bangla Fear of COVID-19 Scale: Confirmatory Factor Analysis and Rasch Analysis

Najmuj Sakib, A. K. M. Israfil Bhuiyan, Sahadat Hossain, Firoj Al Mamun, Ismail Hosen, Abu Hasnat Abdullah, Abedin Sarker, Mohammad Sarif Mohiuddin, Istihak Rayhan, Moazzem Hossain, Tajuddin Sikder, David Gozal, Mohammad Muhit, S. M. Shariful Islam, Mark D. Griffiths, Amir H. Pakpour, Mohammed A. Mamun

Summary: The study aimed to translate and validate the FCV-19S scale in Bangla and evaluate its reliability and validity. The Bangla version of FCV-19S showed good internal reliability and consistency, and was significantly correlated with other questionnaires. It can be a useful tool for assessing the psychological impact of fear from COVID-19 infection in the Bangla-speaking population.

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Mediating Effects of Parental Stress on Harsh Parenting and Parent-Child Relationship during Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic in Singapore

Gerard Chung, Paul Lanier, Peace Yuh Ju Wong

Summary: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, parents in Singapore faced increased stress and challenges in balancing remote work and parenting responsibilities. This study explores how the perceived impact of COVID-19 affects parenting stress, ultimately leading to decreased parent-child relationship closeness and increased harsh parenting behaviors. The findings highlight the need for support services to mitigate the negative effects of COVID-19 on parents and children.

JOURNAL OF FAMILY VIOLENCE (2022)

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Letter Psychology, Clinical

COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy is associated with beliefs on the origin of the novel coronavirus in the UK and Turkey

Gul Deniz Salali, Mete Sefa Uysal

Summary: The study found that vaccine hesitancy for COVID-19 is significant, especially in Turkey. Belief in the natural origin of the novel coronavirus is associated with higher acceptance of COVID-19 vaccine. Wider communication of the scientific consensus on the origin of the virus may help address vaccine hesitancy.

PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE (2022)

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Equality in the Home and in the Community: a Multilevel Longitudinal Analysis of Intimate Partner Violence on the Ecuadorian-Colombian Border

Sarah Treves-Kagan, Amber Peterman, Nisha C. Gottfredson, Andres Villaveces, Kathryn E. Moracco, Suzanne Maman

Summary: Intimate partner violence affects over a third of Latin American women, leading to significant health, economic, and social consequences. A study found that increasing the status of women can reduce IPV, and highlighted the protective effect of increased decision-making participation at both the household and neighborhood levels.

JOURNAL OF FAMILY VIOLENCE (2022)

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Personality Traits, Risk Perception, and Protective Behaviors of Arab Residents of Qatar During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Mohamed Abdelrahman

Summary: During the COVID-19 pandemic in Qatar, individual differences in personality, risk perception, and personal hygiene practices were found to have significant effects on social distancing behaviors. The majority of participants preferred staying at home, maintaining an adequate distance when communicating with others, not allowing visitors, and practicing personal hygiene. Multiple regression analysis revealed that conscientiousness, neuroticism, risk perception, and personal hygiene practices were important predictors of social distancing. Gender differences were also observed, with women showing higher engagement in social distancing practices.

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Gender and Fear of COVID-19 in a Cuban Population Sample

Yunier Broche-Perez, Zoylen Fernandez-Fleites, Elizabeth Jimenez-Puig, Evelyn Fernandez-Castillo, Boris C. Rodriguez-Martin

Summary: The study found that women experienced significantly greater fear of COVID-19 compared to men, and that gender significantly predicted the level of fear of COVID-19. This highlights the need for interventions tailored to women during the pandemic to reduce the negative impact on their mental health.

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Letter Psychology, Clinical

The Mental Health Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic Across Different Cohorts

Kiran Shafiq Khan, Mohammed A. Mamun, Mark D. Griffiths, Irfan Ullah

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Perceived Risk and Mental Health Problems among Healthcare Professionals during COVID-19 Pandemic: Exploring the Mediating Effects of Resilience and Coronavirus Fear

Murat Yildirim, Gokmen Arslan, Ahmet Ozaslan

Summary: This study investigated the mental health problems among healthcare professionals during the pandemic and found that perceived risk and coronavirus fear increased the likelihood of depression, anxiety, and stress, while resilience helped reduce these mental health issues. Coronavirus fear mediated the relationship between perceived risk and mental health problems, and resilience mitigated the effect of coronavirus fear on mental health problems.

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Trust in government regarding COVID-19 and its associations with preventive health behaviour and prosocial behaviour during the pandemic: a cross-sectional and longitudinal study

Qing Han, Bang Zheng, Mioara Cristea, Maximilian Agostini, Jocelyn J. Belanger, Ben Gutzkow, Jannis Kreienkamp, N. Pontus Leander

Summary: This study analyzes data from 23 countries and finds that trust in government regarding COVID-19 control is significantly associated with the adoption of recommended health behaviors and prosocial behaviors. Governments that are perceived as well organized and disseminate clear messages and knowledge on COVID-19, as well as being perceived as fair, are positively associated with trust in government. Higher trust at baseline survey is also significantly associated with a lower rate of decline in health behaviors over time.

PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE (2023)

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Validation of the Fear of COVID-19 Scale in a US College Sample

Catherine A. Perz, Brent A. Lang, Rick Harrington

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has affected college students' coursework, stress levels, and perceived health. A method for assessing student anxiety regarding the pandemic is needed. The Fear of COVID-19 Scale (FCV-19S) has been validated and shown to possess good psychometric qualities. In this study with US college students, the FCV-19S demonstrated high reliability and validity, and its scores were positively correlated with anxiety for married or Asian students.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION (2022)

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