The World Concerns of Covid-19 Pandemic in People's Daily Life

Public health emergencies may affect the health, economy, safety, and well-being of both individuals (causing, for example, insecurity, confusion, emotional isolation, and stigma) and communities (owing to economic loss, work and school closures,). These effects may translate into a range of emotional reactions (such as distress or psychiatric conditions), unhealthy behaviours (such as excessive substance use), and non-compliance with public health directives (such as home confinement and vaccination) in people who contract the disease and in the general population. Health care providers have an important role in addressing these emotional outcomes as part of the pandemic response. The most important thing is how drastically people's life changed during the pandemic time as most people lost family and neighbours. This leads to some changes in the psychology of human beings. In most cases, many have committed some sort of crime and went on an unsecured path. Human psychology has changed and is mainly focused on how to be independent and how to feel secure in this situation. In this paper, our main focus is on the effects COVID-19 has had on human psychology and how most people are adjusting to this situation.

The Covid 19 outbreak had a considerable impact on public life; it was affected people in many different aspects. Several studies and articles have been published on this topic, but most of them were focused on a specific criterion. This current study review fills lots of clusters based on systematic content analysis.

Cureus, 2020

The outbreak of Coronavirus in Wuhan, China, which began in December 2019, evolved to become a global pandemic. The pandemic, along with the obvious health-related impact, also poses a serious threat to the psychological well-being of individuals and has resulted in significant behavioral changes. We aimed to describe the psycho-behavioral response to this crisis among the population of Karachi, Pakistan, in the month of March 2020. A structured, self-administered questionnaire was constructed, based on previously conducted surveys, assessing the psychological impact and behavioral changes pertaining to COVID-19. Questionnaires were made available online, and were administered to any individual who was a resident of Karachi, during March 2020. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 21.0 (IBM Corp., Armonk, NY) to identify possible risk factors for psychological and behavioral changes. The responses were compared based on gender, age, and level of education, to find possible statistical correlations using chisquare test. This research studied data from 400 participants residing in Karachi, Pakistan. The spread of the virus had resulted in subsequent development of fears in the target population, with the majority of the respondents feeling anxious on a daily basis (62.5%). The participants feared going to marketplaces (88.8%), were concerned for the health of their family members (94.5%), and felt under-confident with the current infection control measures (71%). Significantly elevated levels of fear were noted among people >35 years of age. They were more likely to fear for the safety of their health even at home (p=0.06). Meanwhile, increased levels of anxiety due to use of social media among people below 35 years had resulted in avoidance behaviors (p=0.04). There was a higher tendency for graduates to fear for the safety of their health, even at home (p<0.01). In addition, more than three-fourths of our participants had incorporated changes in their behavior to ensure their safety i.e. reduced physical contact (86.5%) and visits to healthcare facilities (74.5%), canceled plans (84.5%), and washing hands more often (87%). Our study highlighted the increased anxiety levels that an individual experienced on a regular basis regarding their health, the health of their peers, certain avoidance behaviors as a result of the disease, and behavioral changes of the concerned population. Besides calling attention to this worrisome situation, we also tried to list possible solutions to avert any future distress that may ensue as a result. Hopefully, our study will help the concerned authorities to take measures in order to alleviate the psychological and behavioral impact of COVID-19.

LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2021

We realize that this book will provide a great deal of information on many Psychological variables studied during Covid 19 pandemic. We feel obliged to share the study analyses, and conclusions. Optimistically, the findings of the explained studies will raise the level of awareness and understanding among the researchers and can initiate the studies that, in turn, may entail major findings, interest, as well as a review of the variables. One of the important features of this book each chapter is a research study. The content of a given chapter is the theoretical frame work, the methodology, research evidence presented, the citations from original documents, conclusions drawn, and recommendations made can be easily comprehended. The benefactors will be student community-family members and society at large-who will live a healthier, positive and longer, life.

Asean Journal of Psychiatry, 2021

Background: Coronavirus pandemic situation is acknowledged as a terrifying situation to human beings and has generated a tremendous loss in many perspectives to human life worldwide. People get impacted by physical, psychosocial, economic, and environmental crises amidst any pandemic crisis. Objectives: The current study aimed to interpret and explore the perception of the impact of a pandemic crisis on mental health, emerging issues, and governance among the people of a developing country during the lockdown of Covid-19, the second wave. This study also assessed their knowledge to assess their level of mental preparedness during Covid-19. Methods and Materials: An online cross-sectional survey was performed among a subset of a developing country population using a modified pre-validated structured tool. The sample size was 124. Responses were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics of Chi-square and regression analysis. Results: About 55.47% (71) had adequate knowledge. The mean knowledge score was 6.04, with a Standard Deviation (SD) of 2.16, indicating a low knowledge level. There was a higher significant association between demographics and mental health in terms of variables of psychosocial domains (p<0.05). Also, a negative association was found between their knowledge and their profession (p<0.05). Conclusion: Partial lockdown at the time of the study due to Covid-19 has led the majority of the people to undergo mental stress disregarded to their age, education, or their boundness to the healthcare profession. The healthcare system needs to emphasize enhancing appropriate knowledge to adopt preventive measures and efficient protocols, including vaccination.

Panacea Journal of Medical Sciences, 2023

Abstract Introduction & Objectives: COVID-19 Pandemic has caused tremendous turmoil across the world. Disease and measures to control it can cause fear and stress in many individuals, which in turn may lead to various mental health issues. This study was planned to find out various psychological issues in general public during lockdown period. Materials and Methods : This was an online internet based survey using a self-designed questionnaire, including socio-demographic profile, clinical profile, and questions about various psychological symptoms. Results : Repeated thoughts about corona were significantly higher in person with current psychiatric conditions. Sadness was reported significantly higher in non-medical person than the health care workers. Sadness was reported more by female participants and person with current psychiatric illness. Similarly person with current psychiatric illness reported more disturbed sleep, excess worries, and dysfunctions in life. Conclusion : Major concern about future along with higher reporting of symptom profile suggestive of depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, substance craving, and health related anxiety signifies that during Covid-19 period, people are at higher risk of developing mental health issues. Keywords: COVID-19, Mental health

Medical Science and Discovery, 2022

Objective: This study was conducted to determine the levels of hopelessness and fear of COVID-19 in individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic period. Material and Methods: In this cross-sectional study was concluded Sinop Province, Turkey, from July 2020 to September 2020. The study sample consisted of 1200 individuals living in Sinop who agreed to participate in the study. An interview form was filled by the researcher for the individuals who decided to participate in the study. Results: Of the 1200 participants, 537 (44.75%) were male, and 663 (55.25%) were female, with a mean age of 38.96. Participants had mild hopelessness (8.42%) and moderate COVID-19 fear (20.74%). There was a direct correlation between the COVID-19 Fear Scale and the Beck Hopelessness Scale. A statistically significant correlation was found between age, education, and fear of COVID-19 (respectively, p=0.001; p=0.010). A statistically significant correlation was found between the number of days the participants went out per week and income and fear of COVID-19 (respectively, p=0.001; p=0.001). There was also a significant difference between work and hopelessness (p=0.033). While there is a weak negative relationship between the fear of COVID-19 and the number of days individuals go out per week; A weak positive correlation was found with age (r=-0.109; r=0.098, respectively). Conclusion: Due to the rapid spread of the pandemic, it was considered that policymakers and officials should develop effective behavioral strategies to reduce the mental consequences of the pandemic in society.

Psychology and Psychotherapy Research Study, 2020

An Overview Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious respiratory disease caused by a newly discovered coronavirus. The virus mainly spreads through saliva drops or nasal secretions [1,2]. In addition to the negative effect of the virus on a person's health, it also has psychological effects, as these effects vary according to several factors, which are linked to the psychological and personal characteristics of the person and the effect of others surrounding the person, environmental conditions and health protection factors. The rapid spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in the world has caused a great degree of fear and anxiety in the population in general and among certain groups in particular, such as the elderly, caregivers and people with underlying health conditions. Perhaps the most prominent effect is the high levels of tension or anxiety. Also, measures and effects may lead to quarantine, which may lead to high levels of loneliness, depression, alcohol and harmful drug use, self-harm or suicidal behavior [3]. Public health measures, such as social distance, can make people feel isolated and lonely and this may be one of the causes of stress, anxiety and sadness. Stress during a virus outbreak can also cause fear and concern for personal and other people's health, financial situation or job, or loss of support services. In addition to changes in sleep habits, eating or interests' patterns, exacerbation of chronic health problems and mental health conditions, and increased use of tobacco and/or alcohol [4]. However, Güzel P [5] indicated that the virus caused emotional and psycho-social effects on people who stay at home for some time due to the measures taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19 epidemic. Hagerty & Williams [6] noted that the crisis of COVID-19 greatly threatens our basic human need for human communication, which may act as an environmental factor affecting biological, behavioral, and environmental aspects, and this reflects the negative impact on mental health. Furthermore, Serafini et al. [7] reported that COVI19 led to socioeconomic crises and psychological disorders of varying types and severity. Vindegaard & Benros [8] emphasized the need for research to assess direct neuropsychiatric consequences and indirect effects on mental health to improve treatment and plan mental health care and preventive measures during possible subsequent epidemics. Also, Talton [9] discussed tips to help achieve mental health such as staying in touch, busy,

International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research

The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is an emerging infection causing a widely spread pandemic of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The COVID-19 pandemic has a significant impact on public mental health. Therefore, monitoring and oversight of the population mental health is crucial during pandemic. Various psychological problems and important consequences in terms of mental health including stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, fear, frustration, uncertainty during COVID 19 outbreak emerged progressively. Isolation and quarantine to reduce disease transmission have a negative impact on one’s mental health. The lockdown led to the closure of educational institutions and workplaces, loss of jobs, economic loss, lack of physical activity, restrictions on travel and gatherings. All these factors cumulatively affected the mental stamina of millions worldwide.

International Journal of Current Research and Review

Introduction: As an infectious disease, COVID-19 is successfully being contained globally by instituting widespread quarantine measures. The 2019 Novel Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) epidemic is a public health emergency of international concern and poses a challenge to the psychological resilience, economy, and social life of people. Research data are needed to develop evidence-driven strategies to reduce adverse psychological impacts, economic recession, and disturbance of social life during the epidemic. The main aim of the study was to assess the psychological impact and effects due to COVID-19 among the general population. Material and Methods: A self-administered questionnaire was prepared to analyze the psychological impact of quarantine on the individuals during this period. A cross-sectional study was conducted in a sample of 100 individuals and data was collected and analyzed using SPSS software. Chi-square test was done and a P-value of < 0.05 was said to be statistically significant. Result and Discussion: 71.3% of the respondents have heard of the term COVID-19 while 28.7% of the respondents have not heard. 52.5% of the respondents were under stress during this period while 47.5% of the respondents were not under any stress during this period. Conclusion: Hence, the study shows us that 70% of the respondents' mental health was affected during this period.