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Review
. 2021 Jul-Aug;35(4):377-386.
doi: 10.1016/j.pedhc.2021.03.006. Epub 2021 Mar 24.

Addressing the Clinical Impact of COVID-19 on Pediatric Mental Health

Nicole Bartek, Jessica L Peck, Dawn Garzon, Susan VanCleve
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Addressing the Clinical Impact of COVID-19 on Pediatric Mental Health

Nicole Bartek et al. J Pediatr Health Care. 2021 Jul-Aug.

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic impacts daily lives of families globally. Sequelae are not limited to physical consequences of medical complications but extend into social, emotional, spiritual, and psychological health. Interventions including mask-wearing and physical distancing are intended to prevent viral spread, but have unintended negative effects on mental health and child development. Although it is too early to know the full impact, practicing pediatric clinicians are well-positioned to help young people recover and thrive despite challenges presented. This article will review the impact of COVID-19 on child mental health and give practical interventions to foster resilience in youth and their families.

Keywords: COVID-19; access to care; adolescent; mental health; resilience.

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