Various effects caused by COVID and lockdown on the lifestyle of the human beings
Posted on: 03/Feb/2021 10:19:07 AM
Apart from causing damage to the health of many persons, Covid-19 also caused issues in the lifestyle of people across the world. It is now confirmed that India has got the second most number of Coronavirus cases across the world. The United States of America stands first and Brazil is at third position in the number of Coronavirus cases.
It is well known that the mental health of the people has been affected badly during the Coronavirus pandemic. Truth is that Covid-19 infection brought many changes in our lifestyles.
These effects are
Physical inactivity:
The fear of Coronavirus pandemic has stopped outdoor activities. Various outdoor physical activities like cycling, walking, running etc were stopped. The work from home has also led to many without physical activity as there was no need for them to travel.
More screen time:
Just being at home would result in boredom and many overcame this by spending more time before their television sets or with their mobile phone etc. Work from home and study from home also led to many spending hours together before their laptops or desktops etc. Indoor activities like gaming and OTT platform usage also increased.
New normal:
Coronavirus pandemic has many to get used to the new normal of wearing facemasks, gloves, use of hand sanitizers etc. People are more concerned now in maintaining social distancing and giving importance to personnel as well as public hygiene.
Health issues:
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to the lockdown and to the work from home. Many spent a long time before their laptops etc and this resulted in weight gain, backaches, neck pain, muscle cramps etc.
Concerns regarding mental and physical health:
The Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in the people showing huge concerns for their immunity and the need to have a strong immune system was the first priority.
It is worth mentioning that we all have suffered a lot due to this pandemic but we came back stronger. The pandemic had brought out our hidden talents. Point is that even after the Covid-19 pandemic ends we must not give up the good values and habits we have instilled during the period.
