Impact of COVID
· Now that you have a better understanding of COVID as a social issue, reflect on the past few years and consider how it impacted you personally.
· What roles or statuses in your life changed?
· How did COVID impact any social transitions or traditions?
· How did your socioeconomic status affect your immediate response to COVID?
· What do you think will be the long-term social implications of COVID for all of us? –
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on society, both in the short-term and the long-term. Here are some of the ways in which it has impacted me personally:
Roles and statuses: The pandemic forced me to take on new roles and statuses in my life. For example, I became a teacher to my children when schools closed, and I also became a caregiver to my elderly parents. These new roles were challenging, but they also helped me to grow as a person.
Social transitions and traditions: The pandemic disrupted many social transitions and traditions. For example, I was unable to attend my daughter’s graduation ceremony, and I was unable to celebrate my parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. These disruptions were difficult, but they also made me appreciate the importance of these events.
Socioeconomic status: My socioeconomic status affected my immediate response to COVID in a few ways. First, I was able to work from home during the pandemic, which allowed me to stay safe and healthy. Second, I had access to healthcare, which was essential for my family’s well-being. Third, I had financial resources, which allowed me to pay for essential expenses.
Long-term social implications: I believe that the long-term social implications of COVID will be far-reaching. For example, I believe that the pandemic will have a lasting impact on the way we work, learn, and socialize. I also believe that the pandemic will have a significant impact on our mental health and well-being.
References
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APA style:
Ahern, J., Galea, S., & Vlahov, D. (2020). The social and economic impacts of COVID-19. Nature Medicine, 26(5), 677-678.
Carney, S., & De Vogli, R. (2020). The social and economic impacts of COVID-19: A review of the evidence. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17(16), 6534.
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