Various epidemics, throughout history, have affected societies socially, economically and psychologically by causing problems for humanity. COVID-19 epidemic, which started in Wuhan, China late in December, 2019 and still continues, has also caused millions of people in the world to get infected and a great number of people to lose their lives. Considering the pandemic process that we are experiencing, the purpose of this study is to identify changes in the lives of middle-aged adults and their educational needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. In this case study based on qualitative research design, 19 individuals who lived in different socio-economic regions of Turkey and participated in the study voluntarily, were interviewed. The data collected through a demographic information form, a semi-structured interview form and a story completion form developed by the researchers were analyzed through content analysis. As a result of the study, it was revealed that some values were realized more; negative psychological and economic impacts emerged; differences happened in hygiene, diet and social life behaviors; and that participants wanted to receive education on general health, COVID-19 pandemic and prevention.
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