Youth mental health outcomes varied during pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic caused many disruptions in the daily lives of children and families around the world, which has been associated with various mental health challenges among youth. However, a new study from the Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program at the National Institutes of Health presents a more nuanced picture, suggesting that mental health improved for certain groups of children and adolescents. Research led by Courtney K. Blackwell, Ph.D. and Kaja LeWinn, ScD, found that the pandemic had minimal impact on child mental health. The impact included minor decreases in externalizing problems, anxiety, and depression. However, average Read More