Table 16 Risks and protective factors for anxiety and depression among health worker learners
Risk factors for anxiety | Risk factors for depression | Protective factors for anxiety and depression |
|---|---|---|
Programs placing emphasis on their learners’ wellness [95] | ||
History of other physical [96] or mental health disease [97, 98], use of medications [99] | Increased physical activity [95] | |
Having relatives or acquaintances infected with COVID-19 [100] | Personal or financial concerns [76] | |
Working in a region with high COVID-19 prevalence [101] | Postponement of final examinations [102] | |
Reduced sleep [102] | ||
Rare communication with friends and family [103] | Increased duration of internet use [102] | |
Lower family income [99] | ||
Living alone or living with a relative at high risk for COVID-19 infection [104] | ||