Knowledge, Attitudes, Anxiety, and Coping Strategies of Students during COVID 19 Pandemic
Abstract COVID 19 is a global concern affecting Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) This pandemic led to a strong reaction among students who experiences anxiety. This cross sectional study aimed to examine students' knowledge, attitudes, anxiety, and coping strategies during the COVID 19 pandemic. Results showed that students possessed sufficient knowledge and high risk perceptions. Non medical prevention measures were perceived as highly effective. Students were satisfied with the government's actions to mitigate problems. However, an unwillingness with the online blended learning approach was observed. Students utilized various ways to cope up with mental health challenges. It is necessary to address students' mental health during this COVID 19 pandemic among HEIs.