COVID-19 and mental health: A review of the existing literature

Highlights • Subsyndromal mental health concerns are a common response to the COVID-19 outbreak.• These responses affect both the general public and healthcare workers.• Depressive and anxiety symptoms have been reported in 16–28% of subjects screened.• Novel methods of consultation, such as online services, can be helpful for these patients.• There is a need for further long-term research in this area, especially from other countries