This systematic review analyzes depression, anxiety, and stress among primary health care users in Europe, highlighting significant psychological distress.
Key Points
Depressive symptoms affected up to 63% of users, indicating severe mental health issues after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Anxiety impacted over 40% of participants across several studies, emphasizing the widespread psychological distress in PHC.
The systematic review followed PRISMA guidelines and included data from 11 studies with 8958 participants, ensuring reliable findings.
Findings highlight the need for routine mental health screenings and integrated care in primary health settings to address underdiagnosis.