Assignment task: Global rates of depression and anxiety in children increased significantly during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Depression spiked to 25.5%, while anxiety rates doubled to 20.5% (Racine et al., 2021). With this escalation, countries across the world will need to allocate resources to address pediatric mental health concerns. Research regarding the long-term impact of the pandemic on mental health will also be necessary.
Racine, N., McArthur, B. A., Cooke, J. E., Eirich, R., Zhu, J., & Madigan, S. (2021) Global prevalence of depressive and anxiety symptoms in children and adolescents during COVID-19:?A meta-analysis
Application?of?Course?Knowledge
1. Identify at least two resources that are needed to address the mental health needs of the pediatric population.
2. Describe one strategy at the local, state, national, or international levels to expand access to care.
3. Discuss the potential repercussions that may occur if these mental health needs are not addressed.
4. Describe one strategy to improve preparedness to address mental health concerns in future public health emergencies.?Identify who should be involved.