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The psychological well‐being of people in a COVID‐19 supervised quarantine facility: A mixed methods study

Abstract

Introduction

Supervised quarantine may compromise psychological well-being. There is equivocal evidence regarding psychological distress in compulsory supervised quarantine facilities.

Aims

To evaluate the mental well-being of people undergoing and working in a supervised COVID-19 quarantine facility.

Method

Mixed methodology was used, including a cross-sectional analysis of psychological distress (DASS-21) and individual semi-structured interviews (10 professionals maintaining quarantine and 10 quarantined persons).

Results

Overall levels of psychological distress were low. Those quarantining from Victoria had significantly lower depression scores compared to all other departure points. Qualitative analysis identified distress being linked to a lack of control, isolation and miscommunication

Discussion

Quarantine was associated with low levels of psychological distress. This was lower in people travelling from Victoria, a state where there were higher rates of infections and restrictions. Interviews showed that psychological distress was conceptualised as being associated with supervised quarantine, but participants recognised the overall importance of quarantine.

Implications for practice

Mental health professionals supporting quarantined people should consider original departure points may predict levels of psychological distress. Implementing ways of gaining control through affording choice, improving communication channels and establishing peer support networks within quarantine settings may help maintain mental well-being.

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Posted in: Journal Article Abstracts on 03/11/2023 | Link to this post on IFP |
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