PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF COVID-19 TO COLLEGE STUDENTS

Zhye Riele Shyn B. Pamunag

Luzell E. Omadle
Eric John A. Modillas
Carlos Jose A. Del Castillo
Ramon E. Tugay II
Mark Angelo C. Enrique

December 23, 2021

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Contents Page

Introduction 1

Body

I. Age and the Right Amount of Sleep Needed 2

A. Toddlers: 11-14 hours

B. ________________
C. _________________

II. The need of having the Right Amount of Sleep 3

A. Results to lower body weight

B. Helps the person to concentrate
C. ________________
D. ________________

III. Effects of Lack of Sleep to a Person 4

A. Brings about health difficulties

B. Impacts negatively to immune system
C. Influences hormone synthesis

Conclusion 7

Bibliography 8
 Introduction

Way back January 2020, when Covid-19 started. The pandemic had a profound impact

worldwide. In Third week of March 2020 when the government of the Philippines declared the

Pandemic and/or Home Quarantine. All the public and private sectors of government are

affected. Some companies and stores were force to shut down the operation, and the most

affected people are in the Department of Education and the Commission on Higher Education.

All college universities, secondary schools and primary schools are force to stop the classes

because of the arising number of cases of covid-19. The COC PHINMA and other universities

are struggling how to deal with the situation. Few Teachers and students decided to stop

temporarily.This gives a question the most of the students regarding their educational state since

this pandemic caused a disaster to all. New normal is being announced together with the health

protocols to avoid the spread of the virus that may cause much bigger negativity as an impact in

both physical and mental state of a certain individual.

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According to World Health Organization, this period of crisis is causing widespread anxiety

among the public. The Department of Mental Health and Substance Use produced the

considerations that may be used in communications to support mental and psychosocial well-

being in various target groups throughout the outbreak.

The majority of students reported that they are experiencing worry, despair, infection dread, and

uncertainty as a result of the epidemic and the resulting lockdown.A group of researchers in

United Kingdom (UK) even stated that longer quarantine periods, virus worries, frustration and

boredom, insufficient resources, insufficient information, financial loss, and stigma were all

identified as key stressors in a recent fast study of the psychological effect of isolation.

The world's attention is focused on news and articles as events, difficulties, and reactions around

the COVID-19 epidemic unfold. The majority of these are aimed at eradicating the infection.

However, as a result of the crisis's stress, tension, and anxiety, mental health – both of people

and communities – is becoming increasingly susceptible and at danger throughout the world

(Juliene Guillermo, 2020).It was even stated that suicidal conduct is linked to sleep disruptions

as a risk factor in and of itself (Leo Sher, 2020)

The National Institute for Mental Health defines depression as a common but serious mood

disorder that negatively affects how you feel, think, and handle daily activities such as sleeping,

eating, and working. Symptoms include a persistent sad, anxious or “empty” mood, irritability,

and feelings of guilt and pessimism. But taking care of yourself will allow you to better care for

others. When you're depressed, unemployed, and locked off from your social circle, the negative

ideas that flow through your brain might feel never-ending. However, you may stop the pattern
by focusing on something that gives your life meaning and purpose.It's extremely crucial to

remain in touch with friends and family during times of social isolation. Using phone

conversations or video chats to assist others cope with stress might make you and your loved

ones feel less lonely and isolated.

Physical activity during Covid-19 is also linked to lower levels of depression and anxiety.

Specific volitional and motivational abilities may be required to sustain physical activity routines

during Covid-19 in order to overcome Covid-19-specific hurdles. Web-based technology, in

particular, may be an accessible tool to boost motivation and volition for physical activity while

also maintaining daily physical activity habits.

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The Covid-19 pandemic caused millions of death with its peak during early January of 2021 and

aside from the virus itself, depression gets quite a lot as well in percentage of death. A lot of

people suffered heavy stress, anxiety and many more mental health issues during the Covid-19

Pandemic outbreak which led to total doom to some people personally. But behind all of these

hopelessness around us due to this pandemic, there are still a lot of ways to avoid and overcome

these issues and to be in a right track by doing things that would motivate you and focus on

something that would give your life a brighter meaning and a purpose.
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