Impact of Covid-19 on Psycho-Social Wellbeing of Males and Females: A Comparative Analysis

Abstract

The aim of this study is to explore gender differences in psycho-social wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the experiences of males and females. A total of 100 participants, consisting of 50 males and 50 females, were surveyed using a questionnaire designed to assess their psycho-social challenges during the pandemic. The study employed descriptive statistics to calculate the mean and standard deviation for each group, followed by an independent two-sample T-test to determine whether there was a statistically significant difference between the two groups. The results indicated that the mean psycho-social wellbeing score for males was 1.88 (SD = 1.36), while for females, it was 2.46 (SD = 1.39). The T-test yielded a T-statistic of -2.11 with 98 degrees of freedom and a p-value of 0.037, suggesting a statistically significant difference between the two groups. Females reported higher levels of psycho-social distress compared to males. This study concludes that the psycho-social impact of the COVID-19 pandemic was more pronounced among females, highlighting the need for gender-sensitive support mechanisms in addressing mental and social health challenges during global crises. Further research is recommended to understand the underlying factors contributing to these gender disparities.