Year: 2020
Type: article
Abstract: The current situation produced by coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID 19) has exceptionally affected adolescents. A number of mental health consequences are associated with the existing pandemic and resultant restrictions due to the measures taken in the form of contact limitations, quarantine and sudden economic halt has taken a profound toll on the adolescent's life. It is anticipated that the associated societal response with this pandemic will widely impact adolescents' development and mental health. Corona phobia, reduced occasions for stress regulations, lack of peer interaction, anxiety and domestic violence are some of the major apprehensions being faced by adolescent population. It would be a challenging time for those adolescents who had preexisting mental health problems, having disabilities, trauma experiences, low socioeconomic status and migrant backgrounds. The purpose of this letter is to seek the attention of mental health professionals and policymakers on the psychosocial effects of COVID 19 on the emotional health of adolescents. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved)
Source: PubMed
Authors: Naeem Aslam, Ammar Ahmed
Language: English
Topic: COVID-19 and Mental Health
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W3118047350