Written by Fatima Khalil Saturday, January 06, 2024 12:00 PM
A new study published by the American Library of Medicine revealed that people infected with Corona may be four times more susceptible to infection With schizophreniaResearchers at West Virginia University in the United States of America said that the Corona virus affects the cognitive function of the brain, according to what was published by the “Times of India” website.
The study found a significant increase in the probability of being diagnosed with schizophrenia and psychotic disorder after moderate to severe illness due to Corona infection, compared to a group of individuals suffering from acute respiratory distress syndrome not related to the Corona virus.
“Our study is consistent with the known neuroprotective effect of the coronavirus and other reports of an increased risk of major psychiatric disorders following coronavirus infection,” the researchers said.
They explained that more research is needed to determine the specific characteristics of people and individuals who may be particularly at risk of developing schizophrenia after contracting Corona.
They added, “Understanding these psychological risks associated with Corona is an essential element in understanding the symptoms of long-term Corona.”
What is schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder characterized by distorted thinking, disturbed emotions, and abnormal perceptions of reality. It usually appears in early adulthood, affecting a person’s ability to function in daily life.
Common symptoms include hallucinations (false sensory perceptions), delusions (mind-resistant false beliefs), disorganized thinking, and poor social or occupational functioning.
The exact cause of schizophrenia is unclear, but a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurobiological factors such as: genetic predisposition, imbalance of neurotransmitters (particularly dopamine), and structural brain abnormalities are likely to contribute.
Treatment often includes antipsychotic medications to manage symptoms, therapy to enhance coping skills and social functioning, and support from mental health professionals, family, and friends.
While medications can help control symptoms, the course of schizophrenia varies, and individuals may experience periods of remission and relapse.
Early intervention and ongoing support are crucial to managing the condition.
How did researchers find the relationship between Corona and schizophrenia?
Unlike other studies, the team took acute respiratory distress syndrome and negative coronavirus test groups as control groups to accurately measure the impact of coronavirus on schizophrenia.
Data from 19,344,698 patients were systematically filtered to create matched groups: acute respiratory distress syndrome, COVID-19 positive, and COVID-19 negative.
They analyzed the risk of new schizophrenia symptoms across three different time periods: 0-21 days, 22-90 days, and more than 90 days after infection.
The results showed that patients infected with the Coronavirus consistently showed a high risk of schizophrenia across all periods.
The researchers said: “This is significantly higher than patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome and Corona who had negative laboratory results.”
They added: “Interestingly, our data indicate that younger individuals face an increased risk of developing borderline personality disorder after infection with Corona, a trend that was not observed in the respiratory distress syndrome and Corona negative groups.”
It is worth noting that borderline personality disorder is a psychological disorder characterized by severe and impulsive mood swings and exaggerated anger.
2024-01-06 10:00:00
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