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Robby H. Abror

Anxiety is evident on the faces of children across the nation during the COVID-19 pandemic, which began in 2019 and has spread globally, infecting millions and resulting in hundreds of thousands of deaths. It is understandable that such expressions of worry arise; during the pandemic, the burden of life has increased for everyone. In summary, social issues are weighing heavily on our hearts and minds. The economy appears to have collapsed, with shops and malls closed, and online motorcycle taxi services have also been affected. Every aspect of life is entwined with the overwhelming anxiety surrounding this crisis.

The public was taken aback by the release of tens of thousands of prisoners to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus in jails. Additionally, thousands of people lost their jobs. As a result, criminal activities surged once again. One by one, those involved were arrested and returned to prison by the authorities or the police. The government found itself in a state of panic, overwhelmed by these events and phenomena.

What options do we have if we are required to quarantine or isolate ourselves at home for at least 14 days? The implementation of the lockdown, or as the government calls it, Large-Scale Social Restrictions (PSBB), has significantly slowed down the country's economic activity.

Social Lockdown, Not a Lockdown of the Mind

The PSBB instruction has faced criticism for being implemented too late, as thousands in Indonesia have already been infected with the coronavirus. Additionally, the ongoing disputes and conflicts of interest between the central and regional governments have created confusion among the public. Many citizens have expressed their concerns that the response to the COVID-19 outbreak has been slow and unprofessional.

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