Participant 130 Community Conversations Interview

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2020-11-10

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Trenton, N.J.: New Jersey State Library

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In this interview, Participant 130 shares about the extra stress that the COVID-19 pandemic brought about, such as being around people who were not wearing masks, in instances such as using public transportation. They share concerns about getting infected with COVID-19. The participant describes their perception that New Jersey's response could have been quicker, but that the shut down was good and reopening happened too early. The participant shares that the state needs a better handling of pandemic. They share an experience of receiving kindness, when a driver stopped and asked them if they needed a ride.

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Atlantic Co. (N.J.), New Jersey, COVID-19 Pandemic, View of NJ Government's Response to the Pandemic, Acts of Kindness, COVID-19 Health Behaviors, Frustrations with Lack of Adherence, Negative Mental Health Outcomes, Religion or Spirituality

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