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| dc.contributor.author | KISSINGER, TRACY | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-01-18T09:55:23Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-01-18T09:55:23Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024 | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://ir.gretsauniversity.ac.ke/xmlui/handle/20.500.12736/4172 | |
| dc.description.abstract | The post-COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered social interaction dynamics, introducing unexpected challenges and drastic changes in interpersonal relationships. This research investigates the pandemic’s influence on social interactions in Thika Sub-County, focusing on diminished relationship quality, disrupted social-cultural norms, and increased reliance on digital platforms. Observations highlight that individuals tend to avoid physical interactions, impacting the quality, frequency, and nature of relationships. These changes prompted a need for comprehensive analysis to understand the evolving social dynamics. The study aimed to examine changes in social-cultural norms, assess the impact of restrictions on relationship quality, and explore the adoption of digital platforms for maintaining connections. Conducted in Thika Sub-County, the research involved 200 participants representing diverse age groups, occupations, and socio-economic backgrounds. Structured questionnaires, interviews, and observations provided valuable insights. Findings from 150 responses revealed a significant disruption in cultural norms, reduced gatherings, and an 80% rise in digital platform use. However, barriers such as digital literacy and internet access excluded the elderly and disadvantaged. Digital interactions, while frequent, were often less fulfilling, with younger, educated individuals adapting more effectively. The study emphasizes the need for policies fostering digital literacy, robust infrastructure, and inclusive strategies to address disparities and strengthen community cohesion post-pandemic. | en_US |
| dc.publisher | Gretsa university | en_US |
| dc.subject | Research project | en_US |
| dc.title | INFLUENCE OF POST-COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON SOCIAL INTERACTIONS THIKA SUB-COUNTY | en_US |
