Volume : 9, Issue : 3, MAR 2023

COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND MENTAL HEALTH: EXPLORING QUALITATIVE PERCEPTIONS OF INDIVIDUALS IN INDIA

PRADIPTA DEY SARKAR

Abstract

Background: Since the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak, the entire world has to undergo many troubles. Naturally, the pandemic also exerted its influence on mental health. Most of the studies analyze several experiences of common people during the COVID-19 pandemic. But the experiences of the youth are less investigated in studies. The purpose of this study was to reveal adult experiences during Covid-19. Methods: This qualitative study consisted of 15 adults aged between 20 and 25. For data collection, semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted, and thematic analysis was applied for data analysis. Results: After data analysis, 3 themes were generated. The themes highlight how the Covid-19 has brought impact upon the mental health of individuals.

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