Abstract Background: Positive adaptation to SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) and its accompanying containment measures have been documented in the post-pandemic context. Nevertheless, notwithstanding the World Health Organization’s proclamation regarding the conclusion of the pandemic, instances of COVID-19 continue to be recorded globally, alongside the emergence of new threats such as Nipah and Mpox. The majority of research efforts have predominantly concentrated on the general population and at-risk populations, thereby creating a deficiency in comprehending the coping strategies employed by COVID-19 survivors who encountered numerous risks throughout the pandemic. Aims and Objectives: This investigation sought to rectify this gap by analyzing the influences of social support, familial support, and economic safety in predicting coping mechanisms among COVID-19 survivors in Kerala, India. Materials and Methods: Using snowball sampling, data were collected from 427 COVID-19 survivors (Mean age = 28.8, Male = 54.56%, Bachelor’s degree=56.90%) through an online survey. The participants completed self-reported measures of coping styles, family support, social support, and economic safety. Results: Hierarchical multiple regression analyses revealed that social support and family support significantly predicted both problem-focused and emotion-focused coping among COVID-19 survivors. Additionally, being male and experiencing low economic safety were associated with avoidance coping. Conclusion: The findings of this study underscore the importance of robust community and family support for individuals facing significant adversity. Along with the ongoing COVID-19 cases and the emergence of new health threats such as Nipah and Mpox highlight the continued relevance of effective coping mechanisms. Interventions focusing on family-centered crisis management should be prioritized, especially for family heads during crises such as pandemics, natural disasters, and social emergencies. Given their critical role in the well-being of their families, strengthening family and community support systems remains essential for enhancing resilience and effective coping among survivors of COVID-19 and other emerging health threats.
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