The Relationship between Psychological Distress, Sociodemographic Variables, and Mental Health for Adolescents During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Tooba Fatima, Ivan Suneel, Abia Nazim and Saima Majeed

Journal of Business and Social Review in Emerging Economies, 2022, vol. 8, issue 2, 313-324

Abstract: Purpose: The current study examined the impact of demographic correlates such as socio-economic status, family structure, resources, pre-existing physical and mental health conditions, and the home environment on the psychological distress reported by adolescents during a lockdown period.Design/Methodology/Approach: It was a correlational study that followed the cross-sectional research design. Through purposive and convenient sampling adolescents were approached and 158 participants aged 18-27 years (M = 18.89, SD = 1.83) completed an online survey. The survey consisted of a demographic information sheet, medical history form, and DASS 21.Findings: Results indicated that psychological distress, anxiety, and depression were significantly positively correlated with socioeconomic status. There was a negative correlation between distress and the availability of house help. The data show a strong positive relationship between distress and having a pre-existing medical condition and even stronger correlations when family members have such conditions.Implications/Originality/Value:This data is relevant for teachers and administrators who are actively involved with these young adults at a personal or systemic level, as well as for college counselling centres to create supportive spaces for mental health care during the pandemic.

Keywords: Adolescents the COVID-19 Pandemic; Mental Health; Sociodemographic variables; Psychological Distress (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2022
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DOI: 10.26710/jbsee.v8i2.2245

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