Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Covid
Department
Dentistry
ISSN
26738112
Volume
4
Issue
8
DOI
10.3390/covid4080078
First Page
1128
Last Page
1138
Publication Date
7-26-2024
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted dental education significantly, forcing adaptations in both didactic and clinical curricula. This study evaluates the impact of COVID-19 on dental students’ mental health and perceptions of the SARS-CoV-2 vaccine. An anonymous online survey was administered to dental students at Roseman University of Health Sciences, focusing on health experiences and vaccination perceptions. Results showed 56.8% of students were concerned about their emotional health, 82.1% felt stressed, and 60.6% felt depressed. About 81.9% received the vaccine, with 75.5% believing it effective, though only 55.3% supported mandatory vaccination. The pandemic negatively impacted students’ emotional health, indicating a need for institutional mental health support. This study was conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic, and findings relate specifically to that period. Further research can focus on investigation of reasonings behind the sentiments.
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Recommended Citation
Hung, Man; Hablitzel, Nicole; Su, Sharon; Melnitsky, Samantha; and Mohajeri, Amir, "Impact of COVID-19 on Dental Students’ Mental Health Status and Perception of SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine" (2024). Pacific Faculty Work. 34.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/all-faculty/34
