Sulistyawati Sulistyawati , Adinda Haifa

Sociodemographics, Knowledge, Attitudes, and COVID-19 Prevention Measures in Indonesia

Introduction

Sociodemographics, knowledge, attitudes, and covid-19 prevention measures in indonesia. This study examines sociodemographics, knowledge, and attitudes impacting COVID-19 prevention in Indonesia. Age, gender, education, and attitude link to compliance, urging tailored interventions.

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic provides many lessons for all countries to prepare the health system and society when an outbreak of a disease occurs. From COVID-19, we learn that community participation in preventing COVID-19 is mandatory. This study aims to determine the relationship between sociodemographics, knowledge, and attitudes toward prevention measures for COVID-19. A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Mergangsan subdistrict, Yogyakarta City, Indonesia, in February-April 2022. A structured questionnaire was used to collect information from 350 participants. Univariate and bivariate analysis was performed to analyze the data. Our study found that age, gender, level of education, and attitude were significantly associated with COVID-19 prevention measures. Men-employed people and people with low knowledge and attitudes had a higher possibility of having poor prevention measures towards COVID-19. Considering the result of this study, increasing community participation in COVID-19 prevention measures requires interventions and programs tailored to specific layers by targeting men, working groups, and insufficient knowledge and behavior towards COVID-19.

Review

This study, "Sociodemographics, Knowledge, Attitudes, and COVID-19 Prevention Measures in Indonesia," addresses a critical aspect of public health during a pandemic: understanding the drivers of community participation in prevention measures. The research aims to elucidate the relationships between sociodemographic factors, knowledge, and attitudes concerning COVID-19 prevention within a specific Indonesian context. Given the global lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic regarding the necessity of robust community engagement, this study's objective to identify key determinants of preventive behaviors is highly relevant and timely for informing future public health strategies. Employing a cross-sectional design, the researchers collected data from 350 participants in the Mergangsan subdistrict, Yogyakarta City, Indonesia, between February and April 2022, utilizing a structured questionnaire for data collection. Univariate and bivariate analyses were conducted to explore the associations. The findings reveal significant associations between age, gender, level of education, and attitude with the adoption of COVID-19 prevention measures. Specifically, the study identified that employed men, along with individuals demonstrating low knowledge and less positive attitudes, were more likely to exhibit poorer adherence to preventive practices. The results offer valuable, actionable insights for public health practitioners and policymakers in Indonesia. By pinpointing specific demographic groups—namely employed men and those with deficits in knowledge and attitudes—the study underscores the need for highly targeted and tailored interventions. The recommendation for programs designed to address these distinct layers of the community provides a clear direction for increasing overall community participation and strengthening preparedness against future outbreaks. This research thus contributes meaningfully to the localized understanding of pandemic response dynamics, offering a foundation for evidence-based public health planning.

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