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Implications of the COVID-19 Pandemic for the Well-Being of Emerging Adult Populations: A Synthesis of Findings From the COVID-19 Eating and Activity Over Time (C-EAT) Study
- Source :
- Emerging Adulthood; June 2023, Vol. 11 Issue: 3 p779-796, 18p
- Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Research addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on psychosocial well-being and health behavior is accumulating; however, implications for emerging adult populations are underexplored. This manuscript synthesizes findings from a mixed-methods study of well-being, eating and activity behaviors, and food insecurity among a diverse, longitudinal cohort of emerging adults. The review includes findings from 11 original studies that involved collecting online surveys from 720 emerging adults and in-depth, virtual interviews with 33 respondents who were food insecure. Findings indicated the pandemic had widespread impacts on well-being. Population groups at greatest risk for poor outcomes included women; those who identified as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color; persons in households of low socioeconomic status; parents of young children; and persons who previously experienced mental health challenges or weight stigma. Further research will be needed to evaluate efforts to improve the well-being of emerging adults in the aftermath of the pandemic.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 21676968 and 21676984
- Volume :
- 11
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- Emerging Adulthood
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- ejs62961736
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1177/21676968231166034