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  • Apr, 2020

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    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).
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