Since the lifting of health restrictions, the morale of the French is better.
- Since the start of the vaccination campaign in France, 27,818,355 people have received at least one injection (i.e. 41.5% of the total population and 53% of the adult population) and 12,213,180 people have received two injections (i.e. 18.2% of the total population and 23.3% of the adult population).
- The decrease in all the indicators of the epidemic is confirmed for the fifth week in a row.
On June 9, the curfew will be extended to 11 p.m.… The French will therefore have two more hours to enjoy restaurants, bars or simply to stroll in the streets. With the arrival of fine weather, this good news will certainly contribute to general well-being, after months of hardship. According to a study carried out by Public Health Francethe mental health of the French has been improving since mid-May, when health restrictions were lifted with the opening of shops, cultural spaces, cinemas, etc.
80% of French people satisfied with their life
In detail, 80% of French people currently say they are satisfied with their life, i.e. 13 points more compared to the first confinement, but 5 points less compared to the level outside the epidemic. A slight improvement therefore, also observable for the percentage of people suffering from depression. Since the fall, this is the first time that it has decreased: 19% of the population currently, against 22% between April 21 and 23, dates of the previous survey which correspond to the time when health measures were very restrictive. . Nevertheless, this percentage was 9 points lower before the epidemic, which means that the psychological and psychological consequences of the Covid-19 crisis are still present.
Certain categories of the population are more in difficulty…
On the other hand, the other ailments from which the French have suffered most since the start of the health crisis have not improved: anxiety, sleep problems or even suicidal thoughts persist in many. The Public Health France survey defines the age groups and categories of the population most affected: people declaring a history of psychological disorders, those with a very difficult financial situation, the inactive and students. Same for 18-24 and people living in crowded housing, except for sleep issues.
…. like women, young people and precarious
“The segments of the population most in difficulty are in particular women, young people (18-24 years old, students), people in precarious situations (employment, housing, finances), people with a history of psychological disorder and those with had symptoms of COVID-19″, concludes the investigation. “Anger, fear, concern for one’s health, or even feelings of loneliness, isolation, helplessness and depression are associated with worse mental health, regardless of socio-demographic characteristics and living conditions. ”.
To limit the psychological and psychological consequences of the health crisis, a support number has been set up, 0 800 130 00. In case of discomfort, do not hesitate to call it or to consult your general practitioner. .
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