Secondary tabs
The View page displays a submission's general information and data. Watch video
Submission information
Submission Number: 53
Submission ID: 53
Submission UUID: 2ed6e4d3-0e44-4170-9ba9-97fe3bbe2309
Submission URI: /2023/abstracts
Created: Sat, 05/20/2023 - 20:31
Completed: Sat, 05/20/2023 - 20:45
Changed: Tue, 06/13/2023 - 13:50
Remote IP address: 197.254.180.37
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English
Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Webform: Abstract
Presenters
Ms.
Khatakane
Thandiwe Lucy
National University of Lesotho
I am Thandiwe Khatakane, a 22 years old completing student at the National University of Lesotho pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Social Work. I have a deep passion for making positive impact on individuals and communities. My desire is to empower individuals to overcome challenges and lead fulfilling lives.
Yes
Ms.
Kibi
Liteboho Rosemary
National University of Lesotho
Liteboho Rosemary Kibi is a 22 years old girl who grew up in Maseru, Lesotho. Witnessing the struggles and challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness sparked a fire within me to pursue a career in social work. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Social Work at the National University of Lesotho and looking forward to work for the people.
Yes
Ms
Mathaba
Reitumetse
National University of Lesotho
My name is Reitumetse Mathaba a 23 year old Mosotho female born in the district of Leribe which is in Lesotho. I am an aspiring social worker and I'm currently completing my studies at The National University of Lesotho. I have always been passionate about helping people from a young age and that's why I am pursuing my studies in this field.
Abstract
Psychosocial effects of COVID-19 and its vaccine on the National University of Lesotho community.
THEME 2: Building sustainable, resilient, and self-reliant communities through indigenous modalities, inter-sectoral collaborations, and partnerships
SUB 2.2 Strengthening community support structures to mitigate the impact of adverse events
Oral Presentation
This study aims to investigate the psychosocial effects of COVID-19 and its vaccine on the National University of Lesotho community, on their academic level and social level. The findings were obtained through interviewing 20 participants. Quota sampling was used and thematic analysis for analysing the data.
The analysis showed that most people did not vaccinate voluntarily. The vaccinated students and the unvaccinated, both experienced fear, anxiety and depression. Schools had to adapt to a new learning platform that is online, NUL not being an exception. However, it resulted in poor academic performance.
Lastly, Lesotho government did not take heed of every citizen’s mental health including people living in the rural areas with limited access to resources for acquiring knowledge. It is a crucial need to have people with relevant skills to hold awareness campaigns that equip people with knowledge to care for themselves during such pandemic.
The analysis showed that most people did not vaccinate voluntarily. The vaccinated students and the unvaccinated, both experienced fear, anxiety and depression. Schools had to adapt to a new learning platform that is online, NUL not being an exception. However, it resulted in poor academic performance.
Lastly, Lesotho government did not take heed of every citizen’s mental health including people living in the rural areas with limited access to resources for acquiring knowledge. It is a crucial need to have people with relevant skills to hold awareness campaigns that equip people with knowledge to care for themselves during such pandemic.
Reviewer ONE Feedback
Dr
Carel
van Wyk
Somewhat
Empirical Research
Accepted
Reviewer TWO Feedback
Prof
Thulane
Gxubane
Yes
Empirical Research
Accepted
