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ABSTRACT

Introduction: COVID-19 is a pandemic that is currently affecting 183 countries worldwide. Until now, it has threatened physical health and people´s lives and it has also led to several psychological problems. It is a field of assistance and research for professionals in Psychology.
Objective: To characterize attitudes towards the COVID-19 pandemic in a sample that includes people living in the health area of “Dr. Mario Escalona Reguera” Teaching Polyclinic.
Material and methods: A qualitative research was conducted in the health area of “Dr. Mario Escalona Reguera” Teaching Polyclinic in Alamar, Habana del Este Municipality on April, 2020. Data collection was carried out by telephone interview, making emphasis on the content of the responses.
Results: COVID-19 is known as a lethal disease. In Cuba, a press conference of MINSAP as well as other communication media give detailed information to the people every day. Sadness and irritability are frequent emotional reactions. Family behaviors contribute to family enjoyment. Traditional games have gained importance in many families during confinement. The assessment of different topics related to the pandemic is also very important for learning to live with this situation.
Conclusions: Attitudes towards the pandemic are characterized by the knowledge about the disease, expected emotional reactions towards unknown situations, and favorable actions to improve family functioning. The confidence in some health and political guidance could explain the social indiscipline that still exists in some individuals.

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