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Managing Back to School Anxiety During a COVID-19 Outbreak
1School of Medicine and Allied Medical Sciences.
The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease
|March 25, 2021
Summary
The coronavirus pandemic presents significant challenges to global health and national economies. Open communication and resilience are key to navigating educational and social development disruptions for children during this crisis.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Child Development
Background:
- The coronavirus pandemic has escalated into an international crisis, causing widespread concern and placing additional pressure on countries, including Iran.
- The virus poses significant risks to human health and presents major challenges to societal functioning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide guidance on supporting children's well-being during the coronavirus crisis.
- To emphasize the importance of open communication and resilience in the face of educational and social disruptions.
Main Methods:
- The study emphasizes active listening and open dialogue between parents and children.
- It advocates for managing parental fears to avoid burdening children.
Main Results:
- Children's development is fluid, with potential for academic and social recovery.
- Human resilience is a key factor in adapting to disruptions.
Conclusions:
- Maintaining hope and a positive outlook is crucial, even with missed or delayed academic and social opportunities.
- Effective communication and acknowledging children's concerns are vital for their well-being during the pandemic.
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