Exploring the Factors Influencing Violations of Quarantine Protocols of Juveniles

A Sequential Mixed-Methods Analysis

Abstract

Violations of the COVID-19 protocol of juveniles were rampant in our society. Through breach of quarantine protocol, juveniles have contributed to the increasing number of COVID-19-positive cases nationwide. This research paper explores the factors influencing youngsters' violation of quarantine protocol. The exploratory sequential mixed method design was utilized particularly the exploratory factor analysis. Qualitative data were sourced from the twelve juveniles through in-depth-interview. While the quantitative data were obtained from 300 hundred youths who have experienced violating the quarantine protocols. The findings exposed five factors influencing the juveniles to violate the quarantine protocols: personal desire, uneasiness, necessity, social influence, and misinformation. Authorities may consider these factors in mitigating the increasing number of violations of quarantine protocols in times of public emergencies.