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Tweens are not teens: the problem of amalgamating broad age groups when making pandemic recommendations

Brae Anne McArthur1,2, Sheri Madigan1,2, Daphne J Korczak3,4

  • 1Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB, Canada.

Canadian Journal of Public Health = Revue Canadienne De Sante Publique
|October 30, 2021
PubMed

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Childhood age bands overlook tweens (9-12 years), a unique group impacted by COVID-19. Understanding this pandemic

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric developmental health
  • Public health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Traditional childhood age classifications are inadequate for the 9-12 year tween population.
  • The SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic presents unique challenges for tweens during a critical developmental stage.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the distinct developmental needs of tweens.
  • To emphasize the differential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on this age group.
  • To propose recommendations for addressing the pandemic's effects on tweens.

Main Methods:

  • This is a commentary, not an empirical study.
  • Discussion based on existing literature and developmental science principles.
  • Analysis of the pandemic's impact on tweens' daily lives and developmental trajectories.

Main Results:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly disrupted the daily lives of tweens.
  • Existing age categorizations fail to capture the specific vulnerabilities of tweens.
  • The pandemic's effects on tweens can have long-lasting consequences on their development.

Conclusions:

  • Tweens (9-12 years) require specific consideration in public health and developmental research.
  • Addressing the unique impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on tweens is crucial for their long-term well-being.
  • Future interventions and research should focus on the specific needs of this formative age group.

Keywords:
COVID-19Pre-adolescencePublic healthTweens

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