%0 Journal Article
%T Loneliness Experienced by Students of The Faculty of Science and Arts During The COVID-19 Pandemic‎
%A Jonas Eriksson
%A Karin Holm
%A Anders Nilsson
%J Journal of Applied Organizational Systems and Behavior
%D 2022
%V 2
%N 1
%P 19-27
%X This study aims to assess the loneliness levels experienced by students of the Faculty of Science and Arts at Rafha campus, Northern Border University, KSA, during the Novel Corona virus outbreak, while also examining variations in loneliness based on gender and marital status. To fulfill this objective, the researcher employed a descriptive approach, designed an initial data collection form, and utilized the UCLA Loneliness Scale. The research population comprised 1,160 students, with a sample of 365 participants. Data was gathered online during the first semester of the 2020-2021 academic year. Findings revealed that students’ loneliness levels during the Novel Corona virus outbreak were below average. Additionally, analysis showed significant gender differences, with female students having a higher mean score (191.59) than male students (153.82). However, no significant differences were found in loneliness related to marital status.
%U https://apsshs.com/article/loneliness-experienced-by-students-of-the-faculty-of-science-and-arts-during-the-covid-19-pandemic-chuflordzbl2cmd