The Prevalence of Negative Coping Mechanisms and Its Association with The HealthRelated Quality of Life of University Students: Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Mental health of young adults has become a relevant matter amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Individuals employ various coping mechanisms to deal with their stresses and mental health challenges. The type of coping strategy determines the outcomes of their Health-related Quality of Life (HRQo). This study investigated the stressors of students at the University of the West Indies, St Augustine Campus (UWI-STA) and how their coping mechanisms influenced their HRQoL during the COVID-19 pandemic