Psychosocial Impact of COVID-19 among Recovered Workers in the Banking Sector: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract

Introduction: The emergence of COVID-19-induced psychosis has seen a notable increase in the workplace, leading to significant psychosocial repercussions among employees, with a potential impact on business productivity. This study aimed to analyze the psychosocial impact of COVID-19 on recovered employees working in the banking sector in Conakry. Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted over a one-year period, from January to December 2022. It focused on employees in the banking sector who had overcome COVID-19. Validated questionnaires were used to assess anxiety, depression, psychological distress, stress, and sleep disorders. Results: Among the seven banks selected in Conakry, 1239 employees were employed. Of this number, 112 presented symptoms of COVID-19 and recovered, representing a frequency of 9%. The average age of the recovered employees was 43 ± 11 years. Men accounted for 72.3% of this sample. The psychosocial consequences observed among the recovered employees were manifested by mild anxiety in 46.4% of cases, and mild psychological distress in 34.8% of them. Moderate severity insomnia and stress affected 35.7% and 40.2% of individuals, respectively. Less than half (44.6%) had a good work resumption capacity. Conclusion: COVID-19 has undoubtedly led to consequences on the mental health of recovered employees in the banking sector in Conakry. It would be prudent to consider implementing a multidisciplinary care program during epidemics to mitigate the psychosocial effects of the disease and ensure optimal conditions for professional resumption.