Lockdowns and school closures have had a terrible effect on the mental health of children and adolescents

Covid 19 has caused real physical, mental, and economic suffering.

A recent study suggests that 4 out of 5 children and adolescents have suffered potentially severe and long term mental health problems, in part due to lockdowns and school closures.

I worry that they, and many adults are not particularly resilient as we head closer to Winter.

This video raises awareness of these extremely concerning findings, and also highlights a couple of very quick strategies we can employ that may help. However, much, much, more is required, and I will revisit this situation soon.

Here is a link to a ‘first reaction’ video.