Social distancing and mental health two years into a global pandemic: a sequential exploratory mixed-methods investigation in Hong Kong
This study examined the public perceptions and experiences of strict and prolonged social distancing measures two years into a global pandemic. The findings highlighted the significance of using the PMT model to understand the factors influencing stay-at-home intentions and their mental health during the pandemic. The findings provide valuable insights to guide the development and implementation of future public health interventions.
Authors
- Sau Fong Leung (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9570-9332)
- Grace W. K. Ho (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4703-5430)
- Richard K. Kwok (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6794-8360)
- Kwan Ho Wong (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1393-7954)
- Alice Yuen Loke (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0676-8139)
- Yim Wah Mak (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7330-7001)
Institutions
- Hong Kong Polytechnic University (HK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Open
- Published
- 2025-03-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2024-092160
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.31
Funders
- Health and Medical Research Fund