Professional paper

https://doi.org/10.11608/sgnj.27.3.7

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the psycho-physical status of young people; coping strategy and the power of self-control

Valentina Ješić ; Zavod za anesteziologiju, intenzivnu medicinu i liječenje boli, KBC Sestre milosrdnice, Vinogradska cesta 29, 10 000 Zagreb
Sabina Babić ; Zavod za anesteziologiju, intenzivnu medicinu i liječenje boli, KBC Sestre milosrdnice, Vinogradska cesta 29, 10 000 Zagreb
Nikolina Vratan ; Zavod za anesteziologiju, intenzivnu medicinu i liječenje boli, KBC Sestre milosrdnice, Vinogradska cesta 29, 10 000 Zagreb

Abstract

Introduction: For development of the stress coping strategy and prevention of mental health disorders in young people, various models and education are increasingly applied with the aim of adequate control of the disturbed psycho-physical balance of the organism. Multiple stressors, which occurred as a consequence of economic and law COVID-19 pandemic-based regulations, carry with them several effects on the health of the whole community. Problem-oriented coping results in timely intervention in the removal of sources of acute stressors that tend to progress into chronic stressors. Stress management needs to be implemented in everyday life to prevent the development of physical and psychological consequences. Fear for own health, as well as the health of family members or friends, results in isolation and separation from everyday social life and routines.
Aim: The research aimed to answer the question did young people and in which measure felt the physical or psychological consequences because of measures of isolation and social distancing. Also, the most common and effective methods used by young people as a coping strategy in the crisis period of the COVID-19 pandemic will be highlighted.
Methods: To analyze the presence of stress, as well as to implement strategies for coping with stress in young people due to the COVID-19 pandemic, an internal questionnaire was constructed using an online form. Before the commencement of the survey process, a notice of anonymity and the purpose of obtaining the information was provided.
Results: Most respondents confirmed the presence of some of the consequences of isolation on the eve of the COVID-19 pandemic, most feelings are stress-like and anxiety that closely accompany depression, sleep disorders, and difficulty, as well as emotional control. Nevertheless, a very small number of respondents sought some form of support or assistance to reduce or eliminate stress caused by isolation measures.
Conclusion: The study requires the implementation of further public health research on the most adequate strategies for coping with stress in young people, as well as the importance of providing psychological support.

Keywords

COVID-19; mental health; coping strategies; stress; power of self-control; social distancing

Hrčak ID:

286964

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/286964

Publication date:

12.12.2022.

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