Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran (Journal of Medical Science)
Vol 16, No 1 (2022): Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran

Interrelation between Physical Activity and Anxiety in the Covid-19 Pandemic Era

Gerhana Sukma Hendra (University of Bengkulu)
Zayadi Zainuddin (University of Bengkulu)
Riry Ambarsarie (University of Bengkulu)



Article Info

Publish Date
13 Jun 2022

Abstract

The Covid-19 pandemic is a global health problem that is affecting the entire population of the world. Decreased social interaction and lack of social support, also the demands to get good grades have a negative impact on student's mental health levels, one of the mental health problems is anxiety. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the levels of physical activity and anxiety during the distance learning process in the Covid-19 pandemic era. This study used an observational analytical study with a cross-sectional design. The respondents were 107 Bengkulu University college students, consecutive sampling technique. Assessment using the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire and the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale questionnaire. The relationship between variable was analyzed by the Gamma correlation test. The results showed that the most level of physical activity in the research subjects was in the low category (59,8%), with the most anxiety level being mild anxiety (47,7%). Based on statistical analysis obtained p = 0,000 and r = -0,499. This study shows that there is a significant relationship between the levels of physical activity and anxiety in Bengkulu University students during the distance learning process in the Covid-19 pandemic era with a moderate correlation. 

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Journal Info

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jik

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Subject

Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Dentistry Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health

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Journal of Medical Science receives a script from health and medical lecturer, undergraduate, residents, hospital staff and those who interested in writing scientific papers. The scientific articles posted on JIK include: literature reviews, research article, case report and EBCR (Evidence Based ...