Positive Sociocultural Effects of Lockdown Due to Covid-19 on Sudanese People, 2021

Abstract

Several studies highlighted the positive and negative impact of the lockdown caused by corona (COVID-19) on the different ages and the areas surrounding them. The study aimed to assess the positive socio-cultural effects of the stay at home due to COVID-19.The data were collected from general population using cross-sectional design through completing online self- administered questionnaire from 964participants. The data consisted of key socio-demographic data, social factors like (bonding, enjoyment, and communication) and cultural factors like (knowledge, electronic applications and research). Data were analyzed using quantitative methods and presented in tables and graphs. Among the 964participants, (492) 51% were female and (472) were male. Age of (549) 57% was between 30 -50 years. (607) 63% of the participants were from Sudan. (839) 87% of the participants agreed that the lockdown increases the family bonding, (916) 95% of the participants agreed that it increases the enjoyment of children and satisfaction of being with their parents,(713) 74%of the participants agreed that it increases the communication with extended families through the media, (848) 88% of the participants agreed that it help in arranging the priorities of the family's needs, (848) 88% of the participants agreed that it gives a chance to rearrange the family living condition and (492) 51% of the participants agreed that it decreases financial consumption of the family. In conclusion, the lockdown and long-lasting stay at home due to COVID-19 impacted numerous effects on the family member’s life and their life. This study highlighted the positive effects of staying at home on the family member’s life. The findings revealed many of the effects that affected positively on the family members.