The widespread transmission of the Covid-19 virus has heightened stress and anxiety levels for many people around the world. This study focuses on the ways in which students are using problem-focused coping mechanisms. The study uses 6 research subjects, chosen via a purposive sampling technique, who were taking online lectures. The results of this study indicate that all subjects adopted similar coping mechanisms regarding health protocols, however the study also indicated a disparity in subject awareness of appropriate health protocols.
Keywords: corona virus, covid 19, problems focused coping
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