Indirect adverse effects of COVID-19 on children and youth's mental, physical health

Toronto, June 25 -- : Despite reports that children and young people may be less likely to get infected with COVID-19 than older adults, there may be substantial indirect adverse effects of the disease on their physical and mental health, according to a new study.

The study was published in the CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).

"While children and young people seem rarely to be victims of severe COVID-19, we should anticipate that they will experience substantial indirect physical, social and mental health effects related to reduced access to health care and general pandemic control measures," said Dr Neil Chanchlani, University of Exeter, United Kingdom.

The authors describe a range of potential adverse effects and contribut...