What is it about?
This study explores how anxiety and resilience levels are related in families with elderly members during the COVID-19 pandemic in Ketajen Village, Gedangan District. Using a cross-sectional design with 171 respondents, researchers measured anxiety and resilience levels. The findings reveal that higher resilience correlates with lower anxiety levels, suggesting that building resilience could help alleviate pandemic-related anxiety among families.
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Why is it important?
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, understanding the psychological impact on families, particularly those with elderly members, is crucial. This study contributes to the growing body of research on mental health during the pandemic, specifically focusing on resilience as a potential protective factor against anxiety. By highlighting the relationship between resilience and anxiety in a pandemic context, this research offers valuable insights for developing interventions to support families' mental well-being during challenging times.
Perspectives
As a researcher interested in mental health, I find this study's exploration of anxiety and resilience within families during the COVID-19 pandemic both timely and important. By elucidating the connection between resilience and anxiety levels, the findings underscore the significance of resilience-building interventions in mitigating pandemic-related psychological distress. This research underscores the importance of supporting families' mental health resilience during crises, ultimately contributing to more effective strategies for promoting well-being in vulnerable populations.
Mr Ferry Efendi
Universitas Airlangga
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This page is a summary of: Resilience Influenced with Anxiety Level among Family with Elderly in Facing the Covid-19 Pandemic: A Correlational Study, The Malaysian Journal of Nursing, January 2022, Lincoln University College,
DOI: 10.31674/mjn.2022.v14i02.023.
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