The long-term effects of having Covid are still being discovered, and among them is an increased chance of being diagnosed with mental health disorders. “That makes us a nation in distress.”The higher risk of mental health disorders, including suicidal ideation and opioid use, is particularly concerning, he said. More than 18% of Covid patients developed mental health problems, compared with 12% of those who did not have Covid, according to the study published on Wednesday. But even those with mild or asymptomatic cases were more likely to receive mental health diagnoses. The study adds to other research showing that “mental health issues are a huge concern” after Covid, Jackson said.

Source: The Guardian February 19, 2022 02:55 UTC