Factors Affecting Mental Health among Youth Post COVID-19

Abstract

On 11th March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID- 19 outbreak to be a pandemic, prompting considerable concern around the world. The pandemic has had a devastating impact on the post-pandemic world, affecting every aspect of the system, including the financial and labour markets. The post-pandemic COVID-19 has had an impact on many spheres of social and economic life. In fact, it has been highlighted as a source of mental health illnesses among youth. The purpose of this study is to determine what causes mental illness in youth post-COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 300 youths participated in this study. As a research tool, questionnaires were distributed to ascertain how young people perceive the factors that can lead to mental illness. Questions for the survey were taken from the YoungMinds Malaysia initiative. Job and financial concerns are also discussed in detail. Consequently, the study has been able to determine how youth's mental health perceptions may differ from those of other age groups.