impact of covid-19 on children and youth

Question 1

learning impact

Answer 1

• remote learning = widening of pre-existing educational disparities
• increased screen time
• early dev children (under2) dont learn well from screens
  early language and social dev require in-person exp and peer-play time
• fine motor skills

Question 2

mental health struggle

Answer 2

• lack of contact w/ peers and teachers
• fear of health and death of family memebers
• decreased structure in daily living

Question 3

positive of covid

Answer 3

more time w/ family
- new fam traditions
- more time to pursue their interests
- mental health awarness
- greater self-sufficiency and problem solving
- better technology skills
- a greater sens of community
- hygiene