Table 2 Items comprising the construct of students’ psychological stress

To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements about how you felt during the COVID-19 disruption? (0=Strongly disagree;1=Disagree;2=Agree;3=Strongly agree)

 I felt anxious about the changes in my schooling.

IS1G24A

 I felt overwhelmed by what was happening in the world due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

IS1G24B

 I felt overwhelmed by what was happening in my local area due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

IS1G24C

 I was worried about how the disruption affected my learning.

IS1G24D

 I was worried about how this disruption will affect my future education.

IS1G24E

 I missed my usual contact with my classmates.

IS1G24F

 I was worried about catching COVID-19.

IS1G24K