Patterns of adjustment during the Covid-19 pandemic in Greece: the Resilient, the Rebels and the Internalizers

This study explored the patterns of adjustment to quarantine restrictions imposed during first Covid-19 wave in Greece. The sample comprised 1377 respondents from all geographical districts, mostly women (78.9%), with university degrees (80.7%) and an age range between 18-81. Quarantine Adjustment Questionnaire was designed assess reactions general population lockdown three diverse patterns. emerged analyses: positive (the Resilient), confinement stress Rebels) introspection Internalizers), which served as dependent variables this study. Multiple linear regressions revealed that each profile consisted characteristic childhood backgrounds, personal attributes, fears concerns regarding pandemic. Economic distress negative experiences differentiated psychological effects determined a large extent pattern employed by group. Women presented most resilient but also vulnerable one, depending on social resources at their disposal. Young people were reactive group restrictions, unprotected current future adversity. Implications impact sociocultural factors need for new policies support are discussed.