Title: An online descriptive study to assess the level of stress and coping strategies of people from different cities of gujarat state during covid 19 induced lockdown with a view to develop an information booklet

Biography:

I have a Master’s Degree in nursing and 8+ years of proven experience effectively and efficiently managing both patients and staff. I am an extremely organized, calm, and patient professional with excellent healthcare skills. I have a passion for providing quality care to patients, and the necessary leadership skills to inspire other staff members to strive to provide above standard levels of service.

Abstract

Due to covid 19 pandemic, on 24^th march, the prime minister ordered a nationwide lockdown for 21 days, affecting the entire 1.3 billion population of india. On 14^th april, the prime minister extended the ongoing nationwide lockdown till 3^rd may. On 1^st may, lockdown across the country was further extended by two more weeks till 17^th may. Aim: the purpose of the study was to assess the stress and best coping strategies people residing in gujarat during covid 19 pandemic lockdown situation. Method: a descriptive research design and quantitative approach has been used in the study with the use of perceived stree scale. Sample: the study consisted of 226 people residing in gujarat during covid 19 pandemic national lockdown. Design:for the present study, non experimental descriptive design was adopted, as it was a virtue of a situation that naturally happens.