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The Impact of COVID-19 on Social Connection - Coggle Diagram
The Impact of COVID-19 on Social Connection
Mental Health and Uncertainty
Uncertainty for health
Fearing Viral Transmission
Previous Illness
Public Discomfort
Differing Beliefs
Worried for Elderly
Elderly and Technology
Legal Consequences
Distant Relatives
Mental health impacts (from increased disengagement and lack of control)
Hopelessness
Exacerbation of Isolation
Reduced Self-Expression
Zoom Fatigue
Self-Consciousness
Lack of Control
Decreased Engagement
Missing Social Energy
Changes to mood and awareness of behaviours
Dangerous habits.
Fear of being a burden to others
Loneliness
Avoidance
Disappointment
Sadness
Frustration
Limited closure
Innate need for human contact
Importance of touch on well-being
Adapt
Change in traditions/New habits
Sanitization protocols
New normal
Learning experience
Mental health
Better mental health
Happier
Less school stress
Less stressful interacting online
More social support
Anxiety and stress (about safety for self and others)
Anxiety and worry about others
Barrier to connection: Anxiety and stress with physical contact
Emotional experience and challenges with social distanced activities
Difficulty communicating and connecting due to stress and time constraints
Emotions
Angry at how COVID was handled from the outset (lack of precautions)
Feeling spiritually connected
Feeling worried and sad about the future
Losing elements of humor at events due to social distancing
Ongoing lack of self esteem
Difficulties with using virtual platforms, worrying about other people's reactions
Isolation
Loneliness
Need for companionship (i.e., animals)
Loss of Social Leisure
Loosening Connections
Social Isolation
Technology Worse than Face-to-Face
Less social cohesion and changes in relationships
Awkwardness around others.
Limited social connection and contact
Decrease in community connection
Less physical connection/contact
Limited contact
Exclusion
Less connection
Social distancing as a repercussion of physical distancing
Change in meaning of household
Reliance on household
More 1:1 time
Less distractions
Reciprocity appreciated
Decline in socializing
No interaction
Support mechanisms dwindling
Loss of a sense of friendship
Increase in care-giving.
Decline in travel
Isolation
Not being able to see close friends or relatives often (miss friendships)
Not being able to engage in indoor activities with friends such as going to restaurants, shopping, movies, etc.
Smaller social circle
Hard not having people over for intimate dinners at home
Barriers to connection: physical distance
Reduced contact with people
Reduced time spent connecting
Miss physical interactions
Less interaction
Challenges planning a wedding with restrictions
Coping with isolation
Loneliness and isolation
Grieving loss of physical contact
Taking precautions
More independent
Managing health
More confusion
Feeling fatigued
Difficulty focusing and feeling distracted
Doing more homework to occupy self and being unable to do much more
Lacking motivation
Being more sedentary
Difficulty socializing during leisure time
More effort/harder to communicate
Not motivated to interact with community
Less community engagement
More opportunity to interact with family (also decreased privacy among family)
Shifting Values and Beliefs
Changing expectations
Decreased Spontaneous Interactions
Less Information about Other's Lives
Social Distancing
Shifting Priorities
Less Busy Lifestyle
Reallocating Finances
Reduced Hours
Work from home
Lowered Productivity Rate
Focus on personal goal attainment
Wake-up call to put goals into action
Busy
Missing out.
Reality check
Time wasted
Loss of valuable time
Differing beliefs
Different lifestyle aspirations
Self-centered
Uncertain future
Inconvenienced
Desire for change (new opportunities)
Prioritizing safety over meeting others
Valuing/prioritizing trust
Valuing education
Learning lessons during the pandemic
Becoming focused and shifting priorities; moving on with life
Adhering to online options in the future
Occupying self via play/technology
Taking opportunities to go outside
Saving time on commuting to and from places
Shift in vision of self and in relationships
Opportunity for self discovery and self-efficacy
Shifting vision for self due to isolation and social needs
Shifting vision for self in relationships
Coping to enable relationships
Increased clarity over intimate relationship status
Increased commitment demands of intimate relationship
Differing values
Different value about masks
Following guidelines
Sacrifice for greater good/future
Role changes
Decreased connection to roles
Unexpected beliefs
Solidarity
More Time for Relationship
Family time
Less Commuting
Increased Empathy
Gratitude
Nature Outings
Meaning making (increased connection)
Increase in spiritual connections
Future desire for deeper/ more meaningful connection
Meaningful Communication and connection via digital platforms
Opportunity for deeper/ more meaningful connection
Increased appreciation for connection with loved ones
Connection with likeminded people
Persistence of meaningful relationships
Social Dyanmics
Hope for the future
Hopeful to be in groups again
Hope for traditions to return after COVID
Hopeful for normalcy by Christmas time this year
Family relationships
More meaningful connections with immediate family
Comfort from family with loss of a pet
Less connection with extended family
Feeling like there is a duty to connect- a checklist to connect with extended family members on zoom
Inclusiveness/Improved access to social relationships
Improved access to social interaction for neurodiversity (on digital platforms)
Reduced energy expenditure with digital platforms
Communication and connection via digital platforms
Shifting social norms in communication- improved experience for neurodiversity
Future desires for inclusivity in social connection
Prioritizing certain relationships
Less connecting with acquaintances
Time management
Prioritization
Maintain friendships/relationship
Improved sibling relationship
Less community engagement
More opportunity to interact with family
Deprivation and losses
Difficulties with accessing assistance (related to anxiety, shyness, or assistance not readily available)
Lack of concentration
Missing out on travelling
Missing out on key celebrations
Bonding via commensality
Losing element of humor at events due to social distancing
Death and absence of grief
Having difficulty making friendships
Loss of spontaneous connection (peers, instructors)
Missing out on destressing and shopping and dining experiences
Feelings and emotions
Finding more value and connection in close friendships
Making the most of time together (with close friends
More effort required with staying in touch with friends
Meaning of home
More quality time with husband/enjoy spending time together
Smooth transition into marriage with support from family and friends
Spending time at home suffering with COVID brought her and husband closer together
More creativity with activities at home
Interaction quality
Different connections
One on one intimate conversations
Still able to confide
Less quality group interactions
Stagnating conversations
Less quality time
Chatting
Decreased teaching quality
Less physicality
Strained relationships
Diverging paths with others (loss of relationships)
Loss of connection over differing values and beliefs
Reduced reciprocity in social interactions
Loss of meaningful communication and connection
Level of accommodations
Difficulties with accessing assistance (related to anxiety, shyness, or assistance not readily available)
Being provided with alternatives and accommodations
Healthcare in person was simpler and "felt better"
Shifting routines
Missing out on problem skills online
Adaptations
Technological adaptations
Interact online
Online relationship
Play games online
Technological adaptations online
Increased time outdoors
Outdoor walks with close friends to stay connected
More walking and exercise
New places/walks with having more time
Less driving, more walking (more time outdoors)
Changes to modes of connection
Outdoors
Change of scenery
Relaxing get-away
1:1 time
Checking in/checklist
Making time
Personal phone calls
Online modes of communication
Alternative communication
Frustration with technology
Misinterpretation
Not connecting online
Shorter conversations
Less meaningful conversations
No personal connection
Not together
Breaking of social bonds
Outdoor gatherings (weather dependent)
Difficulty initiating
Difficulty concentrating
Animal companionship
Going out for dinner
Increase in takeout food
Adapting
Workplace Adaptations
Coping Strategies
Spiritual Strength
Hope for the Future
Inspiration to Live
Valuing Connections
Disconnect with digital modes of communication
Loss of deeper connection with digital platforms
Difficulty communicating and connecting via digital platforms
Reduced communication- difficulty staying in touch with digital platforms
Difficulty perceiving others over digital platforms
Barriers to connection- safety concerns with digital platforms
Barrier to connection- fatigue with digital platforms
Evolvement of the productivity environment
Slow pace of work
Feeling frustrated with less work
Changes in hiring process
Online meetings
Use of drop boxes
Closed-door policy
Accommodating others
Longer wait times
Challenges with selling a home
Lifestyle adjustments
Feeling consistent accompaniment at home (living with family)
Using online communications
Using virtual tools
Difficulty guiding clients with virtual tools
Being desk bound
Doing homework to occupy self and being unable to do much more
Higher workload and expectations
Lacking intimacy and connection at events
Desiring human connection
Job Security
As a nurse feeling of job security and connection to profession
Supportive work team; connection with colleagues
Feeling slightly less motivated and productive at work
Hard to non-verbally communicate with colleagues
Safety
Safety for self and others
Staying in touch and checking in with family and friends
Generalized worry for family (with them getting sick or injured and not being able to visit them)
Trusting that family is safe when they are out
Valuing established trusted relationships more
Avoiding public spaces during busy times of day
Fear and higher self consciousness with strangers
Safety concerns with not wanting to be recorded
Anxiety and stress (about safety for self and others)
Decreased feeling of a sense of security and personal safety
Increase in theft
Desperation
Increase in protective measures
Safety concerns
Concerns with travel
Following safety precautions
Obsessively cleaning
Cautious of others
Confusion about the rules
Precautions
Uncomfortable
Uncomfortable in crowds
Introversion