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Sinergi International Journal of Psychology
ISSN : -     EISSN : 3025552X     DOI : https://doi.org/10.61194/psychology
Sinergi International Journal of Psychology is a research publication platform aimed at global lecturers and researchers 1. Applied Psychology & Clinical Psychology 2. Developmental and Educational Psychology 3. Experimental and Coginitive Psychology, 4. General Psychology, 5. Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology, 6. Social Psychology,
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Psychosocial Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Smoking Behavior Among University Students in Indonesia Fitri, Aldillah Esa; Hanifa, Rika Hardiyanti; Astri, Mega; Munir, Misbakhul; Cholid, M. Idham; Algristian, Hafid; Sugijanti, Anna Purnamasari
Sinergi International Journal of Psychology Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): February 2026
Publisher : Yayasan Sinergi Kawula Muda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61194/psychology.v4i1.849

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The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly affected mental health and health-related behaviors, including tobacco use. University students represent a vulnerable group due to academic disruptions, social isolation, and lifestyle changes. This cross-sectional study examined the psychosocial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on smoking behavior among Indonesian university students. An online survey of 62 respondents assessed demographics, smoking status, changes in smoking patterns, and psychosocial factors such as anxiety, stress, mood, and sleep problems. Among participants, 29% were smokers, mostly male (94%) and aged 20–23 years (61%). Conventional tobacco use predominated (83%), while e-cigarettes accounted for 17%. During the pandemic, 61% reported no change in smoking frequency, 33% a moderate increase, and 6% a heavy increase. Interestingly, students with unchanged smoking habits reported higher psychosocial distress, while those who increased smoking reported fewer complaints, suggesting diverse coping strategies. These findings highlight the complex relationship between stress and tobacco use among Indonesian students and underscore the need for integrated mental health and smoking prevention programs in universities.
A Case Report: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) with Thyrotoxicosis and Psychosocial Stress Maharani, Masyita Kusuma; Algristian, Hafid; Ariyani Sri Suwarti
Sinergi International Journal of Psychology Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): February 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61194/psychology.v4i1.872

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric condition triggered by trauma, often exacerbated by medical comorbidities like thyrotoxicosis. This report aims to illustrate the complex interaction between PTSD, endocrine dysfunction, and psychosocial stress, highlighting the need for an integrated treatment approach. This case report is based on a clinical case of a 31-year-old female with PTSD and comorbid thyrotoxicosis treated at a hospital in Indonesia. Data were collected through clinical history, physical and psychiatric examinations, and a review of relevant literature. The patient developed PTSD symptoms following a motorcycle accident, including nightmares, hyperarousal, insomnia, and avoidance behavior. Her pre-existing thyrotoxicosis amplified anxiety and physiological arousal, while psychosocial stressors such as legal issues and unemployment perpetuated her symptoms. A combined treatment of Sertraline 50 mg/day, short-term Alprazolam, trauma-focused therapy, and spiritual coping strategies resulted in initial improvement in anxiety and emotional regulation. Managing PTSD with comorbid thyrotoxicosis and psychosocial stress requires a biopsychosocial-endocrine approach. Coordinated pharmacological, psychotherapeutic, and psychosocial interventions are essential for symptom control and functional recovery. This case underscores the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in complex PTSD presentations.

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