Changes in Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Analysis of Data From the German National Cohort (NAKO) for the Years 2014–2022.

Key Points

• The study aimed to analyze changes in mental health among adults in Germany during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Utilized data from the German National Cohort (NAKO) spanning 2014–2022
• Monitored mental health symptoms during the pandemic
• Conducted a data analysis of psychological effects and health outcomes
• Indicated a rise in mental health symptoms among adults in Germany during the pandemic
• Highlighted the need for continuous monitoring of mental health
• Emphasized the importance of targeted strategies to improve public mental health