Why the study?
The transition from the intensive care unit to home is marked by psychological challenges like anxiety, depression, and PTSD, prompting a systematic effort to identify and categorize these post-discharge issues.
What are the psychological challenges faced by adult ICU survivors post-discharge?
Design
Scoping review following Arksey and O'Malley framework and PRISMA-ScR checklist
Follow-up
Within six months post-discharge
Key result
A scoping review of 14 studies revealed that ICU survivors face significant psychological challenges post-discharge, including limited access to mental health services and persistent isolation.
Authors
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Psychological screening may warrant consideration after ICU discharge; leaves open optimal interventions for anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
What are the psychological challenges faced by adult ICU survivors post-discharge?
ICU survivors face significant psychological challenges post-discharge, highlighting the need for integrated mental health support and standardized follow-up protocols.
Qutishat et al. (2026) conducted a review in Psychological challenges post-ICU discharge (n=14). ICU survival was evaluated on Psychological challenges in organizational, familial, and patient-specific domains. A scoping review of 14 studies revealed that ICU survivors face significant psychological challenges post-discharge, including limited access to mental health services and persistent isolation.