Mental Health, Suicidality, and Connectedness Among High School Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic — Adolescent Behaviors and Experiences Survey, United States, January–June 2021

Article Psychology, Developmental

Adolescent Mental Health, Connectedness, and Mode of School Instruction During COVID-19

Marci F. Hertz et al.

Summary: The study found that students attending virtual school reported poorer mental health outcomes, while those receiving in-person instruction had the lowest prevalence of negative mental health indicators. School and family connectedness may play a critical role in buffering negative mental health outcomes.

JOURNAL OF ADOLESCENT HEALTH (2022)

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Mental Health Surveillance Among Children — United States, 2013–2019

Rebecca H. Bitsko et al.

MMWR supplements (2022)

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Review Environmental Sciences

Mental Health of Children and Adolescents Amidst COVID-19 and Past Pandemics: A Rapid Systematic Review

Salima Meherali et al.

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic and associated public health measures have had a significant impact on the mental health of children and adolescents, leading to increased stress, worry, and behavioral problems. Interventions such as art-based programs, support services, and clinician-led mental health services have been shown to effectively decrease mental health issues among children and adolescents. Monitoring the impact of the pandemic on young people's mental health and developing tailored strategies to improve outcomes are crucial for addressing long-term consequences.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH (2021)

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Emergency Department Visits for Suspected Suicide Attempts Among Persons Aged 12-25 Years Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic - United States, January 2019-May 2021

Ellen Yard et al.

MMWR-MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY WEEKLY REPORT (2021)

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Article Psychology, Developmental

Risk and Protective Factors for Prospective Changes in Adolescent Mental Health during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Natasha R. Magson et al.

Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic and related restrictions have had a significant impact on adolescent mental health, leading to increased anxiety and depressive symptoms, as well as decreased life satisfaction, particularly among girls. Factors such as COVID-19 related worries, online learning difficulties, and conflict with parents were found to predict increases in mental health problems, while adherence to stay-at-home orders and social connection helped protect against poor mental health.

JOURNAL OF YOUTH AND ADOLESCENCE (2021)

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Letter Medicine, General & Internal