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Understanding adolescent stress during the COVID-19 pandemic
Geneva M Jost1, Sally Hang1, Ulfat Shaikh2
1University of California-Davis, Psychology Department, Davis, CA, USA.
Current Opinion in Psychology
|July 20, 2023
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased adolescent psychological stress and mental health issues. Social support acted as a buffer, highlighting the need for improved adolescent mental health services.
Area of Science:
- Adolescent Health
- Mental Health Research
- Epidemiology
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has been linked to rising psychological stress and mental health concerns in adolescents globally.
- Key stressors identified include health worries, educational disruptions, and social isolation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on adolescent mental health.
- To identify risk and protective factors associated with pandemic-related stress in youth.
Main Methods:
- Longitudinal study design utilizing global data.
- Analysis of perceived stress levels and their correlation with mental health outcomes.
Main Results:
- Significant increases in psychological stress and mental health problems were documented among adolescents.
- Girls, older adolescents, and socio-economically marginalized youth showed greater mental health declines.
- Family and peer social support demonstrated a protective effect against stress and mental health issues.
Conclusions:
- Adolescent mental health has been profoundly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Targeted interventions and robust social support systems are crucial for mitigating negative mental health impacts.
- Policy changes are urgently needed to enhance funding and accessibility of adolescent mental health services.
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