Publications by authors named "Myat Thida Win"
Background: Excessive or inappropriate use of social media has been linked to disruptions in regular work, well-being, mental health, and overall reduction of quality of life. However, a limited number of studies documenting the impact of social media on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) are available globally.
Aim: This study aimed to explore the perceived social media needs and their impact on the quality of life among the adult population of various selected countries.
Agrifood sector mechanization service providers (MSP) and mechanization equipment retailers (MER) have increasingly become the providers of mechanical technologies for smallholders in developing countries, including Myanmar. Evidence remains scarce on the effects of COVID-19 on these MSPs and MERs. This study provides insights into the effects of COVID-19 restrictions on MSPs and MERs in Myanmar, using unbalanced panel data from five rounds of phone surveys.
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- The study investigates the psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Myanmar, revealing that a significant portion of the population experienced mild to severe psychological distress, with 55.6% affected.
- Conducted through an online survey during March-April 2020, the research used various statistical analyses to assess the prevalence of distress and identify risk factors among participants.
- Findings indicate that self-employed individuals and those aged over 45 reported higher levels of distress, while Buddhists and residents of the capital city experienced less, prompting recommendations for governmental support strategies targeting vulnerable groups.