Top psych stories of November: Psychiatric sequelae of COVID-19 and more

Healio Psychiatry has compiled a list of its five most-viewed stories in November.

A study on the psychiatric sequelae of COVID-19 survivors, a presentation on brain alterations related to childhood abuse and neglect and data on suicide rates related to COVID-19 lockdowns were just some of the most-read stories on Healio Psychiatry for the month.

COVID-19 survivors at increased risk for psychiatric sequelae

COVID-19 survivors appeared at increased risk for psychiatric sequelae, according to results of an analysis of retrospective cohort studies published in The Lancet Psychiatry. Read more.

Childhood abuse, neglect may significantly alter brain structure, function

Childhood abuse and neglect appear to have significant effects on brain structure and function, as well as on the epigenome, according to a presenter at the NEI Max virtual conference. Read more.

Suicide rates did not increase after lockdown in region with few COVID-19 cases

Suicide rates did not appear to increase after COVID-19 lockdown in a region with a relatively low number of COVID-19 cases, according to results of an interrupted time series analysis published in The Lancet Psychiatry. Read more.

COVID-19 pandemic has caused 'dramatic changes' in approach to mental health care

The COVID-19 pandemic may have lasting effects on the psychiatric care of patients, according to a presenter at the NEI Max Virtual Conference. Read more.

APA: Few Americans experienced stress relief from outcome of presidential election

A total of 17% of American adults reported decreased stress levels since Election Day, with 27% saying their stress has increased, according to poll results released by the American Psychological Association. Read more.