Coronavirus media exposure effects on psychological well-being, lifestyle changes, and gender differences in North Macedonia's adult population
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During the coronavirus global pandemic, many followed the news to seek as much information as possible to feel in control. These behaviors ultimately have a negative effect. As a result of excessively following the news, one increases anxiety by believing that one can control what might come or be prepared for it in the future. The main aim of this study is to examine the correlation between following the news too much, referring to the coronavirus outbreak of COVID-19, and the presence of anxiety and depressive symptoms in the adult population in North Macedonia. Mental health, anxiety, and depression were assessed through questionnaires administered to all participants. The survey included 900 adult respondents, ranging in age from 19 to 71+. The respondents were citizens of North Macedonia. The study proved that people who spend too much time following the news, not only on TV but also adding information throughout the internet daily, experience more anxiety and depressive symptoms.
Keywords:Anxiety; coronavirus; gender differences; lifestyle changes; mental health; news.
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