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Diakonie Saxony: COVID-19 Pandemic Harms Children's Mental Health and Education

The pandemic has left children anxious and isolated. Now, they're falling behind in school. It's time for action.

In this image there are group of kids standing and smiling , and there are buildings, water, rocks,...
In this image there are group of kids standing and smiling , and there are buildings, water, rocks, road.

Diakonie: Youth Still Suffering from Pandemic's Aftermath - Diakonie Saxony: COVID-19 Pandemic Harms Children's Mental Health and Education

The Diakonie Saxony has raised concerns about the mental health of children and young people in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The organization's interdisciplinary working group, established in 2023, has been studying the impact of the pandemic on this age group and has called for increased support. The working group has identified several areas where action is needed. It has demanded stronger psychosocial support, enhanced educational opportunities, and improved social participation for children and young people. The pandemic has resulted in significant learning loss, putting many at a disadvantage in their education. The Diakonie Saxony also highlighted the mental health struggles faced by young people. Anxiety, depression, and isolation have become common issues, underscoring the urgent need for prioritisation in political decisions regarding the pandemic's aftermath. The Diakonie Saxony's working group has presented clear demands to address the mental health and educational needs of children and young people affected by the pandemic. It is crucial that these issues are given the attention they deserve in political discussions and decisions.

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