Family support as a protective factor for attitudes toward social distancing and in preserving positive mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic
Year: 2020
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: We examined the role of family support in influencing attitudes about social distancing and positive mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic among 1547 Chinese people. The results showed that after the effects of demographic variables were controlled, perceived support from family members made unique contributions to their attitudes about social distancing and positive mental health both directly and indirectly (via buffering loneliness). These results suggest that strong support from family plays an important role in improving individuals' attitudes about social distancing and maintaining positive mental health during the epidemic.
Source: Journal of Health Psychology
Authors: Shifeng Li, Qingying Xu
Institution: Northwest Normal University
Language: English
Topic: COVID-19 and Mental Health
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,000
OpenAlex ID: W3097045733