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Jenna Glover1, Merlin Ariefdjohan2, Sandra L Fritsch1
1Pediatric Mental Health Institute, Children's Hospital Colorado, 13123 East 16th Avenue, B130, Aurora, CO 80045, USA; Department of Psychiatry, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, 13001 East 17th Place, F546, Aurora, CO 80045, USA.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America
|November 21, 2021
Summary
This article examines child anxiety disorders in the digital age, exploring screen time and social media risks. It also covers pandemic impacts on youth mental health and digital treatment options.
Area of Science:
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Digital Mental Health
- Pediatric Psychology
Background:
- Child onset anxiety disorders are a growing concern.
- The digital world presents unique risks and benefits for youth mental health.
- The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated existing stressors for children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the risks and benefits of the digital world for child onset anxiety disorders.
- To explore the impact of pandemic-related stressors on youth mental health.
- To review potential digital treatment platforms for pediatric anxiety.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of digital media effects on child anxiety.
- Analysis of pandemic's impact on youth mental health.
- Exploration of telehealth and digital interventions.
Main Results:
- Increased screen time and social media use correlate with anxiety symptoms in children.
- Pandemic stressors like social distancing and isolation negatively impacted youth mental health.
- Digital platforms offer promising avenues for anxiety treatment and support.
Conclusions:
- Careful navigation of the digital landscape is crucial for managing child anxiety.
- Integrated approaches combining digital tools and traditional therapies are recommended.
- Further research into effective digital interventions for pediatric anxiety is warranted.
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