To safeguard children’s mental health during COVID-19, parents must look after their own – The Sector

The negative mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic are clear, but there is particular concern children will be most affected in the long run.
By the end of March school closures were impacting 91% of the worlds student population and are still affecting more than 60%. These closures limit childrens opportunities for important social interactions, which can harm their mental health.
In particular, home confinement, fears of infection, family stress and financial loss may have negative …

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