School of Social Work Faculty Publications and Presentations
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2024
Abstract
This study explores the yet-to-be-fully-realized effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health, particularly focusing on young adults between the ages of 18-39 years of age living in the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic. Employing a thematic content analysis, the study seeks to deepen our understanding of the impact of this novel virus on mental well-being, filling a gap in limited existing research. The theoretical framework in this study is the Disaster Response Cycle or the Disaster Response and Recovery Cycle, and it outlines the different phases that individuals and communities may experience during and after a disaster. The findings contribute to the behavioral health field's knowledge regarding COVID-19, providing insights that may shape future mental health practices during pandemics, contingent on societal needs. The qualitative results serve as a foundation for further research on young adults' mental health outcomes related to the pandemic, offering valuable insights for mental health providers and stakeholders serving this age group.
Recommended Citation
Meza, C., Ortiz, V., & Hernandez, P. (2024). Mental Health Impacts of COVID-19 on U.S. Young Adults: A Thematic Analysis of Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD Experiences. National Social Science Journal, 62(2), 157–195.
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First Page
157
Last Page
195
Publication Title
National Social Science Journal
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