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Risk and protective factors to early childhood development during the COVID-19 pandemic

Priscila Costa1, Evelyn Forni2, Isabella Amato3

  • 1Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Escola Paulista de Enfermagem, Departamento de Enfermagem Pediátrica, São Paulo, SP, Brazil.

Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da U S P
|October 5, 2022
PubMed

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Family support programs and living with grandparents protected child development during the COVID-19 pandemic. Female-headed households faced increased risks, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to ensure equitable early childhood development opportunities.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Developmental Psychology

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic presented unprecedented challenges to early childhood development.
  • Understanding risk and protective factors is crucial for supporting vulnerable populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify risk and protective factors influencing the development of children under three years old during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional, quantitative study was conducted in São Paulo, Brazil.
  • Data collected via online questionnaires from 108 parents/guardians.
  • Used the Primeira Infância Para Adultos Saudáveis and Caregiver Reported Early Development Instruments (CREDI) to assess factors and development.

Main Results:

  • Living with grandparents was identified as a protective factor for child development.
  • Participation in cash transfer programs demonstrated a protective effect.
  • Female-headed households were associated with significant risk factors for child development.

Conclusions:

  • Intersectoral actions are vital to support female-headed households.
  • Ensuring access to cash transfer programs promotes equitable early childhood development.
  • Targeted interventions can mitigate risks and enhance developmental opportunities.
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