Medicine and Health

Languishing: Experiences of emerging adults in outpatient mental health care one year into the COVID-19 pandemic

J. Chitpin, M. Wammes, et al.

This study uncovers the emotional landscape of emerging adults with mood and anxiety disorders during the third wave of COVID-19. Highlighting the themes of 'Languishing' and protective coping strategies, the research conducted by Jeremy Chitpin, Michael Wammes, James Ross, Aiswarya Pillai, Jazzmin Demy, Chloe Carter, Paul Tremblay, Evelyn Vingilis, and Elizabeth Osuch provides valuable insights into their mental health experiences.

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Abstract

This qualitative study assessed the responses of emerging adults with pre-existing mood and anxiety disorders to the third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Patients from the First Episode Mood and Anxiety Program (FEMAP) in London, Ontario, Canada completed a survey on their emotional states, activities, and coping mechanisms. Thematic analysis revealed a dominant theme of "Languishing," with subthemes of "Dominance of Negative Emotion," "Waiting and Stagnating," and "Loss of Opportunity." A contrasting theme of "Coping through Intentional Action" was identified in those coping well, suggesting it may be protective.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Jun 21, 2024

Authors

Jeremy Chitpin, Michael Wammes, James Ross, Aiswarya Pillai, Jazzmin Demy, Chloe Carter, Paul Tremblay, Evelyn Vingilis, Elizabeth Osuch

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