Study Shows Association Between COVID-19 Infection and Insomnia
A recent study conducted at Vietnam's Phenic University has uncovered a concerning trend: three out of four individuals infected with mild cases of COVID-19 experience symptoms of insomnia.
The research surveyed over 1,000 COVID-19 patients who did not require hospitalization for their condition. Participants were questioned about their sleep quality following illness.
Results revealed that 75% of respondents reported experiencing insomnia, with 20% describing their condition as severe. Additionally, one in three individuals faced difficulties achieving restorative sleep and complained of interrupted sleep patterns during short intervals.
Insights from Vietnamese University Study Shed Light on Sleep Patterns of COVID-19 Patients
According to the researchers, patients already grappling with anxiety or depression were more susceptible to insomnia during the illness.
Dr. Huang Hong, the study's lead author, noted previous studies had explored the correlation between hospitalized COVID-19 patients and sleep disturbances but failed to investigate the impact on individuals with milder infections.
Comparative analysis of existing studies highlighted a higher prevalence of insomnia among mildly infected individuals compared to both the general population and hospitalized COVID-19 patients.
However, researchers emphasized the need for further investigation to elucidate the relationship between COVID-19 infection, mental health issues, and insomnia.