Severe COVID-19 Linked to Higher Mental Illness Risk, Vaccination Offers Protection

New study finds unvaccinated individuals face greater long-term mental health challenges post-infection.

Research shows severe COVID-19 can lead to increased rates of depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
Vaccinated individuals exhibited lower rates of mental illness compared to the unvaccinated.
Older adults and men are more susceptible to mental health issues post-COVID infection.
Hospitalized COVID-19 patients face the highest risk of developing mental health conditions.
The study underscores the importance of vaccination in mitigating severe mental health outcomes.