COVID 19 pandemic

This study showed high levels of stress among students during the COVID-19 outbreak. This is
most likely due to the mandatory curfew and distance learning. Online stress management
programs are recommended to improve stress and coping strategies, as well as prevent further
psychological consequences. Further studies are necessary to conduct longitudinal assessments
of psychiatric disorders, such as depression and anxiety, to produce evidence-based mental
health interventions during crises

AlAlteeq, D., Aljhani, S., AlEesa, D. (2020) Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences,
vol.15, 2020 https:// www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1658361220301128

Of the 195 students, 138 (71%) indicated increased stress and anxiety due to the COVID-19
outbreak. Multiple stressors were identified that contributed to the increased levels of stress,
anxiety, and depressive thoughts among students. These included fear and worry about their own
health and of their loved ones, difficulty in concentrating, disruptions to sleeping patterns,
decreased social interactions due to physical distancing, and increased concerns on academic
performance.

Sasangohar, F. (2020) Effects of COVID-19 on College Students’ Mental Health in the United States:
Interview Survey Study https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7473764/#:~:text=Of%20the
%20195%20students%2C%20138,and%20depressive%20thoughts%20among%20students.