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The Well-being of children in lock-down: Physical, emotional, social and academic impact

Naiara Berasategi Sancho1, Nahia Idoiaga Mondragon2, Maria Dosil Santamaria3

  • 1Department Didactics and School Organisation, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU, Spain.

Children and Youth Services Review
|November 3, 2021
PubMed

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The Covid-19 lockdown impacted children's well-being, with physical and creative activities declining. Girls, younger children, and those with outdoor access reported better well-being during this period.

Area of Science:

  • Child Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Sociology

Background:

  • The Covid-19 pandemic necessitated widespread social distancing measures.
  • School closures and home confinement significantly altered children's daily routines.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To holistically analyze child well-being during a full Covid-19 lockdown in Spain.
  • To assess physical, emotional, social, and academic indicators of well-being.
  • To identify factors influencing children's well-being during confinement.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the "Well-being of Children in Lockdown" (WCL) scale.
  • Survey administered to parents of 1225 children aged 2-12 years in Northern Spain.
  • Data collected on physical, emotional, social, and academic aspects of well-being.

Main Results:

  • Overall child well-being during lockdown was at an intermediate level.
  • Lowest well-being scores were observed in physical activity and creative/playful activities.
  • Girls, younger children, and those with access to outdoor space reported higher well-being.

Conclusions:

  • Childhood well-being during Covid-19 lockdown presents a mixed picture.
  • Targeted interventions are needed to improve physical and creative engagement for children.
  • Factors like gender, age, and access to outdoor space are crucial for mitigating negative impacts.

Keywords:
COVID-19ChildrenHealthLockdownSpainWell-being

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