Although emerging adults are generally more physically resilient to the severe effects of COVID-19, they might be vulnerable to the psychological stressors brought about by the crisis. Using semi-structured interviews, this qualitative research aimed to explore the experiences, well-being, coping strategies and future expectations of 15 emerging adults in Serbia during the state of emergency caused by the global pandemic. As a result of thematic analysis, six main themes emerged, focusing on: 1) disruptions in everyday life and functioning; 2) the pandemic as a health crisis; 3) public reaction to the pandemic as a source of tension and frustration; 4) crisis as an opportunity; 5) coping strategies; 6) imagining the post-pandemic future. The present study points to the resilience and resourcefulness of emerging adults in the local context and emphasizes the heterogeneity of this age group and the vulnerability sources of those who might need additional support.

尽管新兴成年人通常对 COVID-19 的严重影响具有更强的身体适应能力，但他们可能容易受到危机带来的心理压力的影响。这项定性研究使用半结构化访谈，旨在探讨塞尔维亚 15 名新兴成年人在全球大流行造成的紧急状态期间的经历、福祉、应对策略和未来期望。作为专题分析的结果，出现了六个主要主题，重点是：1) 日常生活和功能的中断；2) 作为健康危机的大流行；3) 公众对大流行的反应是紧张和沮丧的根源；4）以危机为契机；5) 应对策略；6）想象大流行后的未来。