Psychological distress among people with heart failure during COVID-19
Research type
Research Study
Full title
Psychological, physical, and social wellbeing among people with heart failure during the COVID-19 pandemic: a case control, cross-sectional study.
IRAS ID
285203
Contact name
Naomi White
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Duration of Study in the UK
1 years, 4 months, 31 days
Research summary
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is likely to have an impact on mental health and well-being. People with heart failure are at greater risk of difficulties with low mood and/or anxiety and more vulnerable to COVID-19. Other factors, such as fatigue or reduced social support, might also be linked to poorer mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study will explore psychological distress (i.e. significant difficulties with depression and/or anxiety) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Levels of distress will be compared between people who have heart failure and people who do not. The study will test which related factors are predictors of psychological distress.
Participants with heart failure will be recruited through Scottish Heart Failure Hub, Scottish Heart Failure Nurse Forum and national advocacy groups. They will be asked to pass on a study invitation to 2-3 close friends who do not have heart failure (the control group). All participants will complete an online survey and will be asked questions on mental and physical health, COVID-19, and coping.
This work will increase knowledge of the mental health impact of COVID-19 among people with heart failure. People with heart failure may be at higher risk of prolonged distress and in need of targeted mental health support. The study may also inform us about relevant factors to consider for clinical assessment and interventions.
REC name
West of Scotland REC 1
REC reference
20/WS/0136
Date of REC Opinion
12 Oct 2020
REC opinion
Favourable Opinion