The Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on People and their Lives: Socio-Political and Economic Aspects

The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant adversities and strain on social and economic lives, including death, loss of livelihood, psychological trauma, restrictions on movement, and shifts in international relations. This book explores these impacts and offers suggestions for offsetting economic hardships and policy changes to build more resilient infrastructure and support systems.

Format: Hardback
Length: 324 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about unprecedented adversities and strain on the social and economic lives of individuals worldwide. This comprehensive book delves into the profound impact of the pandemic on various aspects of society, including the loss of loved ones, job losses, psychological trauma, restrictions on movement and social interactions, shifts in international relations, and the devastating effects on both large and small industries. It sheds light on the significant transformations that have occurred within communities and emphasizes how politics, power dynamics, and socio-cultural systems have been recalibrated and rebuilt in recent times. The volume also provides valuable insights into mitigating the economic hardships exacerbated by the pandemic, particularly for the poor and marginalized, and proposes policy changes to enhance governments' and communities' ability to develop more resilient economic and health infrastructure and support systems.

Drawing from a diverse range of interdisciplinary perspectives, this book is a vital resource for students and researchers in the fields of public health, social sciences, health economics, healthcare management, development studies, public policy, and South Asian studies. It offers a comprehensive examination of the pandemic's far-reaching consequences and provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead as we navigate the ongoing global crisis.

Weight: 790g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032342313