Title: Sleep Disturbances Plague COVID-19 Survivors, New Survey Reveals
Subtitle: Study Highlights Urgency for Psychological and Sleep Health Support
In a recent survey conducted in Vietnam, concerning findings have emerged regarding the sleep patterns of individuals who previously contracted COVID-19. “The News Teller” has analyzed the survey data, revealing that an astonishing 76% of patients who experienced mild COVID-19 infections in the past six months are now suffering from insomnia.
The survey, which targeted 1,056 adults diagnosed with COVID-19, discovered that 22.8% of respondents reported severe insomnia symptoms. Notably, none of the participants had been hospitalized for their COVID-19 infections, nor did they have any history of insomnia or psychiatric conditions.
Conducted between June and September 2022, the survey assessed symptoms, anxiety, depression, and stress levels among the participants. The results indicated that half of those who reported difficulties sleeping experienced new and frequent episodes of waking up at night since contracting COVID-19. Additionally, approximately one-third of respondents had trouble falling asleep.
Comparatively, the 76% insomnia rate observed among COVID-19 survivors is significantly higher than the reported insomnia rate of the general population, which typically ranges between 10% and 20%. Strikingly, no correlation was found between the severity of initial COVID-19 symptoms and subsequent insomnia. Even individuals who were asymptomatic reported insomnia after recovery.
Most notably, the study highlighted that participants who experienced an increase in symptoms of depression or anxiety following their COVID-19 infection were most susceptible to insomnia. It was determined that the correlations between insomnia, depression, and anxiety were strong to moderate, suggesting a potential role for pharmacologic treatment of insomnia among COVID-19 survivors.
The lead author of the study, Huong T. X. Hoang, stressed the importance of addressing insomnia following COVID-19. According to Hoang, it is crucial to recognize that experiencing insomnia after recovering from the virus is not normal and requires attention. The survey’s findings strongly underline the need for comprehensive interventions targeting the psychological and sleep health of COVID-19 patients after their recovery.
In light of these new revelations, medical professionals and authorities should invest in programs and resources aimed at providing support and treatment to those affected. As the long-term implications of COVID-19 continue to unfold, addressing the mental and physical well-being of survivors becomes paramount. “The News Teller” urges policymakers to take heed of this survey’s findings and prioritize the holistic care of COVID-19 survivors.
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