The Role of MHPSS in Anxiety, Social Function, and Bounce-Back Ability of Earthquake Survivors

The 2022 Cianjur-West Java earthquake damaged public facilities, schools, hospitals, markets, and residents’ homes, causing destruction and disrupting lives and livelihoods. This research aims to determine the effect of mental health and psychosocial support services on the mental health of people who survived the earthquake emergency response in Cariu, Mangunkerta Village, Cugenang District, Cianjur Regency, West Java, in 2022. The research method used was a pre-experiment with one group pre-test and post-test design. The total number of participants for the pre-test was 152 people, and the total for post-test participants was 104 people with different age levels, including children, teenagers, adults, and older people. For measurement, the study used the General Health Questionnaire version 12 items (GHQ-12), and the data were tested using the independent sample t-test statistical test. The results showed significant differences in the mental health conditions of participants before and after mental health and psychosocial support was provided in the aspects of anxiety, social functioning, and confidence. Researchers recommend that disaster management organizations consider mental health and psychosocial support service planning programs according to age and gender levels.