Alliance for Pandemic Preparedness

April 7, 2020

Behavioral and Emotional Disorders in Children during the COVID-19 Epidemic.

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  • Results from this study in China indicate that children and adolescents have been impacted psychologically, manifesting behavioral and emotional problems despite being less vulnerable than adults to COVID-19. 
  • The article highlights several strategies for professionals and parents/guardians involved in the care of children during the COVID-19 outbreak including – 1) nurturing resilience, 2) increasing communication with children to address their fears and concerns, 3) playing collaborative games to alleviate loneliness and 4) encouraging activities that promote physical activity. 

Jiao et al. (Apr 2, 2020). Behavioral and Emotional Disorders in Children during the COVID-19 Epidemic. European Paediatric Assoc. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpeds.2020.03.013