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| Published: June 25, 2020
The mediating effect of optimism and resilience on prevalence of anxiety and depressive symptoms among Indian young adults during the COVID-19 pandemic
MA Clinical Psychology, Amity University, Noida, India Google Scholar More about the auther
DIP: 18.01.036/20200802
DOI: 10.25215/0802.036
ABSTRACT
The aim of this study is to investigate the mediating effect of optimism and resilience on prevalence of anxiety and depressive symptoms among Indian young adults during the COVID-19 Pandemic. A sample of 100 young adults was taken from different cities around the country for this cross-sectional study, using GAD-7 (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7), PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9, BRS (Brief Resilience Scale) and LOT-R (Life Orientation Test-Revised). Results were analyzed using Pearson Correlation, Student’s T test and multiple linear regression analysis. Research findings indicate that young adults that have more optimism and resilience show less symptoms of anxiety and depression. This places emphasis on the need for mental health services during this pandemic, as well as incorporating strategies to build resilience.
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© 2020, P Walia
Received: April 17, 2020; Revision Received: June 02, 2020; Accepted: June 25, 2020
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ISSN 2348-5396
ISSN 2349-3429
18.01.036/20200802
10.25215/0802.036
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Published in Volume 08, Issue 2, April- June, 2020