European psychiatry : the journal of the Association of European Psychiatrists
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The COVID-19 outbreak required the significantly increased working time and intensity for health professionals in China, which may cause stress signs. ⋯ About a quarter of medical staff experienced psychological problems during the pandemic of COVID-19. The psychological impact of stressful events was related to worrying about their physical health, having close COVID-19 infected acquaintances and family relationship issues. Therefore, the psychological supprot for medical staff fighting in the COVID-19 pandemic may be needed.