Table 2 Restrictions in the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, as reported in free-text responses by PWE
Restrictions in the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic | n = 161 (100%) |
|---|---|
Loss of social contacts | 35 (21.7%) |
Influence on work or school | 30 (18.6%) |
Mental health disorders, anxiety | 25 (15.1%) |
Physical health problems | 21 (13.0%) |
Restrictions on sports or hobbies | 18 (11.2%) |
Influence on medical care or appointments | 15 (9.3%) |
Problems in family | 14 (8.7%) |
Financial problems | 9 (5.6%) |
Problems caused by wearing a mask | 8 (5.0%) |
Mobility restrictions (e.g., public transport) | 7 (4.3%) |
Sleep disorders | 5 (3.1%) |
Side effects of medication | 2 (1.2%) |
Restrictions in the supply of: | |
ASMs | 10 (6.2%) |
hygiene products | 2 (1.2%) |
food products | 1 (0.6%) |