Compliance of the COVID-19 prevention protocols on daily activities among adolescents in the period of early adapting new habits, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia

摘要

ObjectiveThis research was exploring the activities undertaken and compliance of the COVID-19 prevention protocols among adolescents in the period of adapting new habits.MethodsThis research was a study of prevalence through online surveys among adolescents (12–25 years). There were 190 participants, used probabilistic sampling. Data was collected between 20th–24th June 2020.ResultWe found it very small that did the domestic and general activities with not comply (0–8%), except family gatherings (14%). The transportation activities were not carried out by most participants who did contact with others, they perform by riding with their own motorbikes alone (80%) did comply. One-third of participants did dine outside, those who did not comply were those who buy/receive food or goods without leaving home (4–7%). Sport, health, and entertainment activities mostly (75%–93%) were not carried out, unless the sport was mostly performed well (82%).ConclusionAdolescents in the COVID-19 pandemic at the beginning of the new habit adaptation largely restrict/did not perform outdoor activities. Those who were conducting their activities implemented prevention protocols.