articleBMJ OpenJul 1, 2020GOLD OA

Public perceptions and experiences of social distancing and social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic: a UK-based focus group study

Swansea University · Manchester Academic Health Science Centre · +2 more institutions

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Abstract

Objective

This study explored UK public perceptions and experiences of social distancing and social isolation related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Design

This qualitative study comprised five focus groups, carried out online during the early stages of the UK's stay at home order ('lockdown'), and analysed using a thematic approach.

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Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Social distance
  • Medicine
  • Pandemic
  • Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
  • Social isolation
  • Focus group
  • 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak
  • Public health
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