Specific covid-19 concerns

Q. To what extent are you concerned about these possible impacts of the Covid-19?

NET: CONCERNED (VERY/SOMEWHAT)	20/04	13/04
The Australian economy as a whole	87%	85%
General unemployment if companies are forced out of business	83%	79%
The physical health of close family members	74%	73%
The impact on my superannuation, savings or investments	67%	63%
My close family members’ mental health	64%	61%
My physical health and catching the virus	64%	62%
My economic situation if I lose my job or have less work	59%	58%
My ability to buy food and essential items if stores run out	58%	58%
Children’s development by missing out on school	56%	52%
My mental health as a result of social distancing	50%	47%
Base (n)	1,051	1,068

• Economic issues are seen as most concerning when thinking about the consequences of the Covid-19 crisis. 87% say they are concerned (very/somewhat) about the economy as a whole and 83% are concerned about general unemployment.
• Those aged 18-34 were more likely than other age groups to be concerned about the impact on their mental health (67% to 43%), and that of their families (74% to 601%).
• Concern for children is highest among those in households with dependent children (62% are very or somewhat concerned).