What are the psychological effects of long-distance relationships during the Covid-19 pandemic?

Mar 16, 2021
4 years ago
Jeff *********
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Hey everyone,

I would like your help in a slightly different matter please. For my final year Uni dissertation, I will be looking at the psychological effects of long distance relationship separation during the Covid-19 pandemic.

If anyone here is currently in a long distance relationship and has not seen their partner for a long time? I would really appreciate it if you could take 5-10 minutes to complete my online questionnaire.

Even if you have been recently reunited with your partner, you can still fill it out, you'll just need to trace your memory back to the stressful experiences and your mindset whilst you were stranded abroad.

This is a first of its' kind, so i'm hoping for some really interesting data.

Thank you (-:
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The discussion revolves around a university dissertation topic focusing on the psychological effects experienced by individuals in long-distance relationships during the Covid-19 pandemic. Community members share their personal experiences regarding separation from partners and the emotional toll it has taken on them. Many have agreed to participate in the associated survey, highlighting themes of mental health challenges, communication, and trust in relationships during these trying times.
Mizaane ******
I had to go back to South Africa due to a family emergency. Me and my fiancè have already worked in Thailand for one year at that stage.

After 1 year and 2 months apart i am finally back in Thailand and finish my quarantine in bangkok on saturday.

So ready for our new chapter.

One thing i have learned this past year apart is if your relationship is strong enough, trust is there, communication is there and being able to talk openly about your feelings then you will be just fine.

I answered your survey. 😃
Mark **********
Done. Good luck with your dissertation Jeff.
Jeff *********
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@Mark ******
cheers mark, I appreciate the contribution mate 🙏🙏
Jeff *********
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I Just want to thank everyone who’s took the time to complete the questionnaire so far 😊. I’ve had so many responses within the last 20 hours. And I’m only 25 more responses off the target I set. Thought it would take me up to summer to get to this point 😂.

Very greatful to you all for your help 🙏🙏
Istvan *********
I'm on a trip atm with my gf but aftet i can help we had 11 months separated before I come back 1st of February.
Scott *******
Completed. Hope the dissertation goes well my friend.
Gary ************
Mine finished. End of.
ลีน่าทอง ***********
Done yr survey
Jeff *********
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@ลีน่า ********************
thank you for taking the time to complete
ลีน่าทอง ***********
@Jeff ********
I appreciate that U are doing a fact based research on this topic.

I feel my mental health has been most effected by this virus.. 2nd it is the financing as I work on my own..
ลีน่าทอง ***********
The emotional turmouil and constant feeling of sadness is real. Because of the 10months separation .. I know that I am mentally worn out. And YES it is effecting my health
Jeff *********
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@ลีน่า ********************
there is talk of things improving by October. Keep hoping. When most people have had the vaccine, I’m sure the doors will start to open 🙏🙏
ลีน่าทอง ***********
@Jeff ********
yes 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Jeff *********
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@ลีน่า ********************
I hope there will be a positive outcome , it’s not been easy, but judging by this group, you’re not alone
ลีน่าทอง ***********
@Jeff ********
i do my best to motivate myself.. normally it works but I am only human (this one year since 18 March 2020) - it is damn difficult .. will take a couple of days to be alone to rejuvenate myself.. there is like a 6 to 8 weeks of being alright then.. there would be something that triggers the sad ness and feeling of hopeless ness..
Jeff *********
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@ลีน่า ********************
you’re only human mate, can’t be 100% all the time. Is there any plans to see your partner again soon?
Luky ******
LDR can work,,,if u know Paypal, Western Union,Revolut ,,etc,,,🤣🤣🤣
Luky ******
Valóban,de nekik sosem küldtem pénzt,ott helyben fizetés van😎,, a csajomnak viszont sokszor😉
Istvan *********
@Luky *****
i see you have experience only with bar girls and hookers. Girls existing outside that area ;)
Carl ********
@Luky *****
working for me and I don’t need any of them! 🤷🏻‍♂️
Dianne ********
You might wish to add your post to this group:
Greg *********
There's another FB group called "Love Is Not Tourism" too. It has a Thailand-specific group.
Jeff *********
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@Gregory ********
ahhh I forgot that one. Huge thanks Mate 🙏🙏
Greg *********
@Jeff ********
Happy my insomnia tonight paid off 😅
Jeff *********
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@Dianne *******
I have done already, but thank you for the advice 😃 x
Dianne ********
Tomas **********
Answered
Jeff *********
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@Tomas *********
thank you, this study is definitely for people in your situation, i'm hoping it'll promote some exposure for long distance relationships, and that they should be classed as 'essential travel', if anything like this was to happen again in the future.
Tomas **********
Have not seen my gf in Bangkok since February last year due to covid19 :(
David ******************
@Tomas *********
what's stopping you from going? You'd better get back soon otherwise.......
ลีน่าทอง ***********
David Alexander Smith the rules by the goverment of Thailand and their policy for foreigners is keeping ppl like me stranded..

Of all the countries in this world U wld not have expected Thailand to be like this
Tomas **********
@David *****************
i can not afford the quarantine. For
*****
baht we can live two months.. she is not going away.. and if she does I say: Up to You!
ลีน่าทอง ***********
@Tomas *********
yes the cost to get into Thailand is too too high. If U gonna pay for
*****
baht the hotels are not good and the food is ... 👎👎
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