COVID-19: surveys and research

Due to the need to better understand the impact of COVID-19, many organisations are currently conducting research.  

Find out more about our own research efforts, as well as research conducted by other organisations.  

Learning from our COVID-19 member surveys 

Every two weeks, we are running our own member survey, which provides our members with the opportunity to share their experiences of many aspects relating to the COVID-19 response locally, including on issues such as Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), testing and workforce.

Results from our member surveys

April

May

Research by other organisations

We are frequently being sent details of surveys focusing on the impact of COVID-19 in a range of contexts related to mental health.

In order to support our members to input into this important work, the below list shows details of where these surveys can be accessed.

The Coronerve surveillance survey  

Please support The Surveillance Study of COVID19-associated Neurological and Psychiatric Conditions. The RCPsych is one of several organisations supporting a programme run by Benedict Michael (NIHR Health Protection Research Unit for Emerging and Zoonotic Infection, University of Liverpool). The programme seeks cases of neurological and psychiatric syndromes associated with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 infection. 

Visit the Coronerve survey

Capturing beneficial clinical changes in the NHS

NHS England & Improvement are looking to capture what innovations have been rapidly developed in response to COVID-19. They want to hear from as many clinicians across the country.

If you are working in England and know of positive changes to clinical pathways which have improved mental health services, please take a moment to share them. 

Respond to NHS E/I call for clinical innovation and changes

UCL research on the psychological and social effects of Covid-19 in the UK

University College London is running a study into the psychological and social effects of Covid-19 in the UK. The results are being used to understand the effects of the virus and social distancing measures on mental health and loneliness in the UK and to inform government advice and decisions.

They are looking for adults in UK who are happy to take part and spread the word about the study. Participation involves answering a 10 minute online survey now, and then answering a shorter follow-up survey once a week whilst social isolation measures are in place.

Visit the UCL COVID-19 social study

The COVIDA study

The COVIDA research team came together as we recognised the huge potential impact of the COVID outbreak on health workers’ mental health. They decided to urgently develop a large-scale online survey that would allow clear and accurate measurement of the impact on mental health – which factors were associated with a worse or resilience response, and importantly how this impact on mental health changes over time as the COVID crisis evolves.

The COVIDA study has several aims. Firstly, to clearly characterise the problem. The survey contains several validated scales of mental health – stress, anxiety, mood, and trauma, but also comprehensive coverage of personal stressors and experiences, questions about PPE availability, personal safety and risk, and questions allowing quantification of change form pre to post COVID and a range of other important themes. However, it also asks about positive aspects – resilience, coping, feeling more valued, and improved team work etc. Additionally, it also collects answers to critical issues such as those coming to the fore around BAME or being ‘at risk’, and finally also provides open text fields for personalised responses and qualitative analysis.

Visit the COVIDA study

Risk and Protective Factors for Psychological Health in the 2019 – 2020 Coronavirus Pandemic​: McGill University BEEP Lab survey

The McGill University Biopsychosocial Examination of Eating Patterns (BEEP) Lab is seeking adult (18+) participants, with or without a history of psychological disorders, to participate in an online study. Our study is examining which factors may increase or decrease the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on psychological health, including eating disorders.

The survey asks about participants’ experience with COVID-19, psychological symptoms (e.g., eating disorder symptoms, anxiety), and various coping mechanisms (e.g., mindfulness, self-efficacy). After completing the survey, participants have the option to provide their email to enter a draw to win a $100 CAD Amazon gift card (1/20 chance).

Visit the BEEP Lab Survey