Students’ opinions on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their psychophysical functioning
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.34767/SZP.2024.02.10Keywords:
students, opinions, pandemic, distance learningAbstract
A lot of various conditions affect the psychosocial functioning of students; however, the COVID-19 pandemic challenged many people. This is an important research area in both the social sciences and medical and health sciences that is still under-recognized. The purpose of this study was to present students’ opinions on the impact of the pandemic on their psychophysical functioning. At the beginning of the 2020s, a wide variety of unprecedented problems appeared in the lives of young people. Based on a survey of people studying physiotherapy, dietetics, and physical education in a medium-sized city, it can be concluded that the opinions of many students indicate a perceived deterioration in psycho-physical condition due to the occurrence of the pandemic. Students reported ongoing concerns about their health and the well-being of their loved ones. Factors contributing to the decline in their psychosocial and physical state included financial difficulties, challenges in continuing education, and weakened interpersonal relationships.
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