Coronavirus mental health research studies
Take part in online research studies looking into the mental health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic
How to take part in a study
Step 1
Look through the list of studies below
Step 2
Find a research study you'd like to take part in
Step 3
Click on 'complete the study' and fill out the online survey
See the available research opportunities below
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Autism, Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health
The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on adults with and without Autism Spectrum Disorder
Conducted by: Ghent University
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health
The Repeated Assessment of Mental health in Pandemics (RAMP) study
Conducted by: King's College London
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health
Co-Space: Supporting Parents, Adolescents and Children during Epidemics
Conducted by: University of Oxford
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Coronavirus Outbreak Psychological Experiences (COPE) Study
Conducted by: King's College London
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Covid-19, social media and mental health
Conducted by: University of Manchester
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health
COVID-19 Social Study
Conducted by: University College London
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health
CCopeY: Young people's mental health and coping styles during and after COVID-19 lockdown
Conducted by: Imperial College London
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health
SITUATE: Student mental and social health and wellbeing
Conducted by: Brighton and Sussex Medical School, University of Sussex
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), Eating disorders
Impact of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) on people with eating disorders
Conducted by: Nottingham Trent University
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Depression, Eating disorders, General mental health
Risk and Resilience factors in Young People and their parents/carers during COVID-19
Conducted by: University of Oxford
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health
Study of Family Life and Mental Wellbeing under Lockdown
Conducted by: Durham University
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Depression, General mental health
Young Trans and Gender Diverse Lives’ in the UK: The Mental Health Impact of COVID-19
Conducted by: Nottingham Trent University
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health
Understanding the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) on pregnancy and early parenthood
Conducted by: Anna Freud National Centre for Children and Families
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health, Psychosis
COVID19: Global social trust and mental health study
Conducted by: University College London
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Depression, General mental health
Understanding resilience and stress in unpaid caregivers during COVID-19
Conducted by: King's College London
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Parenting Under Pressure
Conducted by: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Depression, General mental health
HeadSmart:Lockdown
Conducted by: King's College London
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Depression, General mental health
Are you low in mood and activity during covid-19?
Conducted by: University of Oxford
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health
The HYPE Project - Our COVID-19 Survey & Resources
Conducted by: King's College London
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Coronavirus (COVID-19), General mental health, Psychosis, Schizophrenia
The impact of social isolation during Covid 19 on mental health
Conducted by: University College London
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Depression, General mental health, Suicide and self-harm
Physical Activity and Mental Health Wellbeing in Students during COVID-19 Lockdown
Conducted by: University of Nottingham
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Depression
Evaluating mental health amongst undergraduate students in the UK and Saudi Arabia
Conducted by: UCL Institute of Education
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Household Activity & Eating During COVID-19
Conducted by: University of Oxford
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Anxiety, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Depression, General mental health, OCD
Psychological impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and experience: An international survey
Conducted by: Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust
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Bipolar, Coronavirus (COVID-19), Depression, PTSD, Schizophrenia
How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted people living with mental health problems?
Conducted by: National Centre for Mental Health
Coronavirus and mental health
Why should I take part in these studies?
The effect of the pandemic on mental health is already significant and continues to grow. Reports show that people are experiencing higher rates of anxiety and other mental health conditions. In order to build a more accurate picture of what we are dealing with, we have brought together a collection of high-quality, ethically reviewed studies on mental health and the coronavirus.
You can help by taking part in these studies online. This will help us learn how best to intervene to help people right now, and importantly, to map out and address the long-term mental health implications of the pandemic.
Why is mental health research important right now?
The significant mental health impact of the coronavirus and the world-wide lockdown require an urgent research response. The world is rightly focused on measures to stop the spread of the virus, protect the most vulnerable, along with research to develop a vaccine. But it is vital that mental health and neuroscience forms part of all aspects of the research response to Covid-19. Find out what MQ Mental Health are doing about this.
Where can I get help for mental health issues?
We know that the mental health impacts of the coronavirus pandemic will be significant for us all – for those with existing mental health conditions and for everyone affected by stress, anxiety, isolation, loneliness, family pressure and financial hardship.To help with this, we've put together a list of resources for you.
Can I submit a study to be included on this page?
If you're a researcher with a COVID-19 mental health study, you can register on the Participate platform and submit a study. Please read our eligibility criteria and terms and conditions before submitting your study.
Are you a researcher with a COVID-19 study?
We can help you find people to take part in your mental health study online - register now
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I was worried taking part was going to be time consuming and complicated but it was really straightforward.
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I know that I'm making a difference. If a tiny little contribution can help someone else that would be enough for me.
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I took part as I think it's important that people with experience of mental illness have a voice. That they can influence treatments.