Inequalities in childrens mental health before and during the COVID-19 pandemic: findings from the UK Household Longitudinal Study

Conclusion
Mental health among UK 5 and 8 year olds deteriorated during the pandemic, although several inequalities narrowed. Interventions are needed to improve child mental health while ensuring inequalities do not widen.

Source: Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health - November 9, 2023 Category: Epidemiology Authors: Miall, N., Pearce, A., Moore, J. C., Benzeval, M., Green, M. J. Tags: Open access, Press releases, COVID-19 Original research Source Type: research