WORLD Children’s Day (celebrated on Nov 20) envisages a better future for every child. There has been significant progress in improving children’s well-being over the years, but all our gains may be jeopardised by the Covid-19 pandemic. The day was observed this year amidst unprecedented disruption and changes affecting every aspect of children’s lives from learning to playtime.
Petaling Jaya Child Council found in a recent study that 38.1% of children reported their mental health was affected by the lockdown, 48% did not feel safe online and 20% did not know whom to approach if they felt stressed, anxious or depressed during this period. Given the pandemic may impact upon children’s long-term cognitive, emotional and social development, the question arises how can caregivers – parents, siblings and family members – help children cope with this crisis better?
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