What is it about?

In this study, we looked at how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected people's quality of life in Indonesia and the Philippines. We wanted to see if people who feel stigmatized because of COVID-19 are less likely to have a good quality of life and if having social support can help improve people's quality of life. To do this, we conducted a survey with almost 1000 participants and found that people in Indonesia generally reported better quality of life than people in the Philippines. We also found that people who felt more stigmatized because of COVID-19 tended to have worse quality of life. However, we found that having social support helped people feel better about their quality of life. Overall, our study found that there were similar patterns in how people in Indonesia and the Philippines felt about COVID-19 and their quality of life. We suggest that more needs to be done to help people who feel stigmatized because of COVID-19, especially in healthcare settings.

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Why is it important?

Our research contributes to the understanding of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and stigma on Quality of Life in Southeast Asian countries and emphasizes the importance of considering cultural factors in addressing mental health and well-being. By recognizing and addressing the unique challenges faced by different communities, we can work towards improving mental health and well-being for all, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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We are incredibly grateful to our passionate and skilled team for making this research project possible, even with limited resources. Our collaborative efforts have shed light on the impact of COVID-19 pandemic and stigma on quality of life in Indonesia and the Philippines, providing valuable insights for mental health and well-being. Despite challenges, our team's dedication and resilience have enabled data collection, analysis, and meaningful conclusions. We express heartfelt gratitude to all team members for their unwavering commitment to this research project, which has implications for public health and policy interventions during these challenging times. Thank you for your invaluable contributions!

Mr. Aron Harold Pamoso
Australian National University

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This page is a summary of: The Relationship Between Stigma and Social Support to Quality of Life in Indonesia and the Philippines During the COVID-19 Pandemic, International Perspectives in Psychology, April 2023, Hogrefe Publishing Group,
DOI: 10.1027/2157-3891/a000078.
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