The Deeper Impact of COVID-19 Proposal

The coronavirus pandemic has been going on for the greater part of a year, and people are attempting to adjust to their "new normal" way of life. However, the coronavirus has affected us all in numerous ways. For my Data Visualization Project, I plan to look at how the coronavirus has affected physical health, mental health, economic security, and social dynamics during these troubling times. I hope to gather information on people's experiences during the pandemic.

This story will be able to come to life through data visualization because of the representation of statistics. I hope to show the relationship between the coronavirus and people’s mental and physical health, along with how their social lives have changed due to our “new normal.” Through data visualization, readers will be able to see the personal impact that the coronavirus has had on their neighbors, friends, peers, etc.

Looking at the impact of the virus on more than just the numbers affected helps to show the true effect of everything going on in our world. Some people are suffering from depression, while others are suffering from financial insecurity. When people see this, they can understand that this virus is affecting more than people’s physical health, but every other aspect of people’s lives.

I plan to gather this data through a survey I created on Google Forms. I will post the link to the survey on my social media platforms, along with sending it to family members, friends, professors, and classmates. A potential subject for the video quote may be Jennifer Brosenitsch, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Trauma-Focused CBT Counselor, and Licensed Behavior Specialist.