The role of posters and interactive quizzes through social media on community understanding of mental health and immunity during Covid-19 pandemic

Abstract

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has had many negative impacts on the entire world's population. Research has proven that people who have experienced a pandemic will have a tendency to experience mental health disorders. In addition to anxiety, individuals tend to lose direction regarding optimal dietary patterns and nutritional status. Medical staff and social media are the most widely used sources of information to find information about COVID-19 by the public. Therefore, the public needs to receive the right and correct information. This study aims to illustrate the public's understanding of mental health and immune enhancement during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: Ten Instagram accounts have been used to upload educational posters as well as conduct evaluations using quizzes on Instagram stories. The population in this study were Instagram users. Results: The quiz received a total of 1,689 answers, including 1,432 correct answers, and 266 incorrect answers. Conclusion: Most people have understood the material presented through educational posters.