Perceptions of Covid-19 lockdowns and related public health measures in Austria: a longitudinal online survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Introducing national lockdown has been effective in containing Covid-19. However, several studies indicated negative impacts of lockdowns on the well-being and mental health of many people. In Austria, the first Covid-19-related lockdown was introduced on 16 March 2020 with most restrictions being lifted 1 month later. Seven months after that, in November 2020, the second full lockdown was implemented. The aim of this study was to compare the perceptions and experiences of the general population related to the first and second Covid-19 lockdowns in Austria.

Methods

Two waves of an online survey were conducted in May and December 2020 asking respondents about their concerns related to the Covid-19 illness, personal experiences of the lockdowns, perceptions of and c

SUBMITTER: Laszewska A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8331215 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature