Preexisting Mental Disorders and Mental Distress During the Pandemic : The Roles of Stress, Risk Perception, and Loneliness

The COVID-19 pandemic has imposed unprecedented stressors on individuals globally, leading to significant mental health challenges. This study examines the relationship between perceived adversities experienced during the pandemic-such as stress, risk perception, and loneliness-and the mental health outcomes of individuals with a specific focus on those already grappling with mental disorders.