Perception of the COVID-19 effects on the mental health of the UNASAM students, Huaraz-2022 [Percepción de los efectos del COVID-19 en la salud mental de los estudiantes de UNASAM, Huaraz-2022]

In the midst of the pandemic, mental health problems have come to the fore due to quarantine and social isolation, severe and prolonged isolation measures, curfews and states of emergency. The objective is to know the impact of the coronavirus on students. In the methodology it is cross-sectional, descriptive and mixed method, in addition, a survey was prepared in which 23 university students participated. It was concluded that 63.8% were affected, acquiring sequelae such as: stress and anxiety. In addition, it affected another part of his human body in the neurological field, respiratory system, cardiac manifestations, vocal cords, nervous system and speech. On the other hand, that 83.7% did not go to any doctor or specialized professional, but used the telemedicine service, use of drugs and medicinal plants and their preparations. Finally, 81.4%, after the quarantine, changed their lifestyle, due to physical and nutritional activity.