The mental health impact of the COVID-19 epidemic on college students in India

Verma, Kalpana

doi:10.1016/j.ajp.2020.102398

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“…Greater economic loss could lead to psychological distress, which may in turn increase the risk of fatigue. Similar findings were found in university students ( Shim et al, 2019 ) before and during COVID-19 outbreak ( Verma, 2020 ; Wang et al, 2020b ). The relationship between fatigue and depression/anxiety were bidirectional ( Thorsteinsson et al, 2019 ) (i.e., fatigue could increase the risk of depression and anxiety, and vice versa).…”

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The prevalence of fatigue among Chinese nursing students in post-COVID-19 era

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Zhu

et al. 2021

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Background Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, all teaching activities in nursing schools were suspended in China, and many nursing students were summoned to work in hospitals to compensate for the shortage of manpower. This study examined the prevalence of fatigue and its association with quality of life (QOL) among nursing students during the post-COVID-19 era in China. Methods This was a multicenter, cross-sectional study. Nursing students in five Chinese universities were invited to participate. Fatigue, depressive and anxiety symptoms, pain and QOL were measured using standardized instruments. Results A total of 1,070 nursing students participated. The prevalence of fatigue was 67.3% (95% CI [64.4–70.0]). Multiple logistic regression analysis revealed that male gender (P = 0.003, OR = 1.73, 95% CI [1.20–2.49]), and being a senior nursing student (second year: OR = 2.20, 95% CI [1.46–3.33], P < 0.001; third year: OR = 3.53, 95% CI [2.31–5.41], P < 0.001; and fourth year OR = 3.59, 95% CI [2.39–5.40], P < 0.001) were significantly associated with more severe fatigue. In addition, moderate economic loss during the COVID-19 pandemic (OR = 1.48, 95% CI [1.08–3.33], P < 0.015; compared to low loss), participants with more severe depressive (OR = 1.48, 95% CI [1.22–1.78], P < 0.001) and anxiety symptoms (OR = 1.12, 95% CI [1.05–1.20], P = 0.001), and more severe pain (OR = 1.67, 95%CI [1.46–1.91], P < 0.001) were significantly associated with reported more severe fatigue. After controlling for covariates, nursing students with fatigue had a lower overall QOL score compared to those without (F(1, 1070) = 31.4, P < 0.001). Conclusion Fatigue was common among nursing students in the post-COVID-19 era. Considering the negative impact of fatigue on QOL and daily functioning, routine physical and mental health screening should be conducted for nursing students. Effective stress-reduction measures should be enforced to assist this subpopulation to combat fatigue and restore optimal health.

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The prevalence of fatigue among Chinese nursing students in post-COVID-19 era

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“…Various platforms were adopted by educators for e-lectures and information sharing such as the zoom app, Google meet and Google classrooms (Kapasiaa et al, 2020). The new online mode of education impacted the mental well-being of students and teachers alike (Besser et al, 2020) leading in some cases to psychological stress and anxiety (Hasan and Bao, 2020) and worse, depression as many students feared the loss of the entire academic year (Verma, 2020).…”

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Assessing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on hospitality and tourism education in India and preparing for the new normal

Joshi

Gupta

2021

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PurposeThe COVID-19 pandemic has had serious and far-reaching consequences on every aspect of human life. As various countries went into lockdown, hospitality and tourism was badly affected and this has had an impact on hospitality and tourism education too. This paper aims to assess the impact of the pandemic on hospitality and tourism education in India and the effectiveness of mitigation strategies in support of the industry. The study also proposes recommendations for resilience-building.Design/methodology/approachA pilot survey using semi-structured interviews was conducted and followed by a detailed questionnaire-based survey of industry representatives and educators. Selected industry leaders were also interviewed to understand the industry perspective on the pandemic, the “new normal” and the expectations of post pandemic graduates. The study focuses on four main areas – (1) existing interrelationships between industry and academia, (2) the efficiency of Internet-based education during the pandemic, (3) the “new normal” and the expectations of graduates and (4) recommendations for resilience-building.FindingsThere is a perceived gap between academia and industry that needs to be bridged. We found that the pandemic is seriously affecting education with challenges ranging from technological issues, disparities and reduced enrolments to student behavioural issues. Most impacted was the practical training component in operational areas and especially in food production and services. It is now clear that education needs a shift in focus from the more traditional, operational aspects of hospitality and tourism to technological awareness, knowledge and soft skills development. The research also identified a need for better two-way communication and information exchange between industry and academia. In fact, the lessons learnt from the pandemic need to be communicated from industry to academia. This is important given that industry expects graduates to be adaptive, compassionate, able to multi-task, familiar with the principles of crisis management and proficient with technology.Originality/valueThe study analyses possible long-term effects and implications for the workforce of the future as the industry struggles to respond to the pandemic. The study also suggests possible avenues and methods for industry and academia to form more symbiotic relationships and become more resilient.

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“…In India, childhood sexual abuse is significantly underreported, with surveys suggesting that every second child in India might have suffered abuse. 3 Despite the rise in child abuse and rape, the conviction rates under POCSO trial remains low at <30%. 4 The POCSO law in its letter and spirit acts as a deterrent for sexual predators.…”

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“…Among college students, recent evidence highlights a spectrum of psychological consequences such as increased levels of stress, loneliness, over-thinking, anxiety, depressive thoughts, sleep disruptions, difficulty concentrating, anger, increased concerns about academic performance, and a heightened sense of uncertainty about their academic and professional career. [1][2][3][4] Furthermore, this situation may exacerbate the psychological symptoms of those students with existing mental illness and increase some students' risk for suicide and substance abuse. 5 Some additional challenges are financial struggles, health complications within the family, death of dear ones, and the fear of getting the infection and transmitting it to their family members.…”

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