STRESS TRAP OF COVID-19 - A WEB-BASED STUDY

Abstract

The corona virus infection or COVID-19 outbreak is one of the biggest medical challenges to humankind in recent times. The anxiety and concerns in society regarding the pandemic are globally affecting every individual to variable extents. Aims & Objectives: To assess the perceived stress by the general population during lockdown in COVID 19 pandemic. Methodology: Across-sectional, observational study was carried out Pan-India for a period of one month. An online structured questionnaire was developed by using google forms. An online Perceived Stress Scale questionnaire was used. Data was analyzed using Epi info software version 7.0. Results: Total 907 responses were received by the stipulated time. Study participants when assessed for their level of stress using Perceived stress scale, majority of them were having moderate stress (62.4%), while 11.5% were having high stress.Conclusion: With the spread of COVID19; anxiety, worry and stress has increased among the masses, hence there is need for counsellors and psychiatrists to help people deal with the current scenario.