Introduction

In this study, we sought to understand compliant behavior during the pandemic in the light of schema-based psychotherapy with regards to (a) the fulfillment of core psychological needs (CPNs) and (b) coping behavior styles (CBSs). Further, we sought to understand these in the context of people’s concerns beyond the pandemic, as potential impediments to well-being.

This study used a cross-sectional design and online survey data from responses to a structured questionnaire developed within the theoretical framework of schema-based psychotherapy on psychological needs and coping behavior styles from 740 participants in Central Europe and West Africa.
Our findings indicate that how likely a given individual is to comply with prescribed pandemic countermeasures varies based on their specific psychological needs and behavior styles.

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