The impact of COVID-19 on teens and adolescents has been profound, leading to increased mental health problems, disrupted education, and high levels of social isolation, demonstrating the need for support and resources to address the needs of the younger population. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the mental health of teenagers and adolescents. The pandemic has led to increased levels of anxiety, depression, and stress among this age group. According to Ashwin et al. al, “Children quarantined under the suspicion of having COVID-19 or testing positive for the disease are more likely to develop mental health disorders such as acute stress, anxiety, and adjustment disorders” (Ashwin et. al, 2022). The lack of social interaction …show more content…
The inability to see friends, participate in after-school activities, and interact with friends and family has left many isolated and alone. As stated by Maria Abenes, “One national survey found that half of the teenagers were experiencing anxiety, trouble concentrating, and social isolation/loneliness during remote learning” (Abenes, 2021). Loneliness and isolation play a strong factor in mental health issues. “In fact, during the pandemic, loneliness was the strongest predictor of symptoms of PTSD, depression, and anxiety” (Abenes, 2021). Isolation during COVID-19 was ultimately one of the key factors of mental health …show more content…
The prolonged period of isolation and uncertainty has taken a toll on their mental health and well-being. As noted by Molly Chiu, “Because in-person events and interactions were limited during the pandemic, people missed out on these opportunities to develop social skills” (Chiu, 2023). Online schooling also resulted in a large decrease in social interaction skills. As described by Molly Chiu, “While schools held classes remotely, children lost important time learning how to effectively relate with their peers and engage with authority figures like teachers” (Chiu, 2023). The inability to engage in typical activities and social interactions has made it difficult for teenagers to maintain a sense of normalcy and
Teens’ feelings of loneliness spiked in 2013 and have remained high since”(page 64). She has a Ph.D. in psychology which helped her establish Ethos. Twenge then collects data and performs interviews in order to form logos. She then appeals to human emotions by explaining how smartphones can drive families apart and cause mental illness in teenagers.
Evidence by Subrahmanyam, Kraut, Greenfield, and Gross (2000) states “In this study, those who were lonely or depressed were not more drawn to the Internet. Rather, the HomeNet results suggest that using the Internet in itself caused the declines in social well-being” (p. 135). The conclusion of the studies provides supporting evidence that the internet will cause depression and loneliness, since depressed individuals were not already drawn to the internet. The isolation that comes with internet usage can too add to the less likelihood of face-to-face interaction. The more one is isolated the less contact of friends and family. Adolescents have to be mindful of their usage of the internet and the effects. Social face-to-face interaction skills are a key skill to have in the ‘real-world’ versus a fix virtual
Illness. When most people hear that word, they think Cancer, Diabetes, AIDs, Ebola, or the Black Plague. The epitome of a sick person is tired, grey, and laying in bed. Now, imagine an ill person walking down the hall, sitting in class, or eating in the school cafeteria. Is it strange? This is no alternate reality. The term “illness” addresses both the physical and mental condition of a person. 20% of American teens are affected by some type of mental disorder that affects their capability to function (“Mental Health By The Numbers” 1). High schools are constantly searching for ways to improve this percentage, actions ranging from adding counselors to decreasing class size to delaying the bell schedule. One solution, known by many different names but unchanged in concept, is allowing students to take mental health days.
Thesis Statement The post-COVID-19 pandemic has brought awareness to the precarious situation in Ontario that foreign migrant workers face, particularly those in the essential industry sectors, including agriculture and healthcare. This crisis accentuates pre-existing vulnerabilities that include unsafe working conditions, inadequate housing, and limited access to healthcare. Urgent action is needed to address these systemic issues to help ensure the wellbeing and rights of migrant workers in Ontario. Introduction During the outbreak of COVID-19, many Canadian citizens were affected by the virus, causing citizens to lose jobs, seek government support through EI or Canada benefits, and be there for themselves throughout the pandemic.
Influenza is a major public health problem which outbreaks all over the world. Resulting in considerable sickness and death rates. Furthermore, it is a highly infectious airborne disease and is caused by the influenza virus. Influenza is transmitted easily from one person to another person which has a great impact on society. When a member of society becomes sick, it is more prone to spread to other people. In the United States, every year between 5 to 20 percent of the population is affected by influenza. As a result of this, between 3,000 and 49,000 deaths have occurred per year (Biggerstaff et al., 2014). Therefore, the influenza vaccine is the most effective strategy to prevent influenza. This essay will examine two significant reasons for influenza vaccination which are the loss of workforce and economic burden as well as one effect regarding herd immunity.
The Bever family didn’t socialize very much. “By many neighbors’ accounts, the Bevers kept out of sight and to themselves — the kids played alone in the backyard, walked down neighborhood streets bunched together and their parents didn’t socialize much.” (Schallhorn). Communication, the skill that all children and children need to master. Not socializing with other kids at a young age is substandard because children need this when they are younger. “As many as 1 in every 33 children may have depression; in teens, that number may be as high as 1 in 8.” (Understanding Depression). The teens in youth today are being effected by depression. As you can see, depression is very common among teens around 12-18 years old. Depression can persuade people to make different choices than they normally would. Being effected this young could have long term effects in the long run. When people commit crimes it is either because they aren’t being helped and no one will listen to them, or they just don’t care. Your mental health starts from the day you are born. You constantly learn about your surroundings, so it can be a benefit to have social interaction from an early
Vaccines save us from being infected with viruses. They save approximately 2.5 million people from death every year. However, while they help save lives, vaccines still have both minor and severe side effects. This can result in nausea, severe sickness, and in rare cases, death. Every year, 3,000 to 4,500 people in the United States are hospitalized due to vaccine side effects. It is extremely important for all communities to be informed about the side effects of vaccines and what causes them. Also, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say that the influenza vaccine is only 48% effective, due to constant mutation of the virus (Scutti, 2017). This means, the influenza vaccine does not work on all
The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Young Adults: A Psychological Perspective COVID-19 was a massive and global problem. The research opportunities for this event are wildly far reaching and will be a focus for decades to come. The focus of the article I chose illustrate some of the profound impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the lives of young adults in the United States. “The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Young Adults: A Psychological Perspective” delves into the personal experiences of individuals like Luis, Angelica, Yasmina, and Leticia as they navigated through unprecedented challenges like health crises, economic instability, destruction of social relationships, all the way to disruptions in education (Klinenberg, 2020). This article is particularly
Globally, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant effect on communities. It has caused severe disease, fatalities, and damage to the economy. Numerous nations have implemented steps to impede the virus's transmission, including mask laws, social distancing, and gathering limits. The impact of these policies on day-to-day living has been enormous, resulting in unemployment, isolation, and other problems for many individuals. Epidemiologists and public health organizations have been instrumental in combating the epidemic.
More time alone from others means that people will eventually become more distant and rude to others, which negatively impacts their social lives. In an article, Reuben Kindred and Glen Bates say, "The COVID-19 pandemic has led to acute changes in daily routines and lifestyles worldwide, with the social consequences being detrimental to mental health". The article shows that even now that life is starting to get back to normal, people are still experiencing the negative social and mental health issues of the pandemic. A chivalrous attitude should also play a crucial role when at work. For example, if someone thinks
In the crisis of over rising health care costs in the USA, we are more urgent than ever to search for affordable methods to reduce health risks. To bring down the costs under control, the solution is simple; we should spend more on prevention because it can avoid the expensive treatments later in life. More importantly, we consistently hear about the deaths of cancer victims due to late diagnosis. This fact brings us to realize that just like cancer, many diseases might not be treatable but preventable. Early diagnosis with an appropriate treatment before it becomes complicated can stop or slow the rate of further decline. Preventive medicine contains the capabilities to escape the high risk of later diagnose or treatment, and reduce the health care cost. It is necessary and beneficial not only to the individual but to the society. However, to learn about how preventive medicine can offer a good return on investment, we need to understand how the preventive medicine can reduce health risks. To make this clear, I will address the following topics before I conclude with my discovery and point of view on this matter: What is Preventive Medicine, Levels of Prevention, and The Prevention of Specific Diseases.
The teenage years are said to be the hardest of all. The typical student in high school has weight after weight on their shoulders, from parents to friends to dating relationships to school work to figuring out the course of their life ahead. Most of these stress contributors are unavoidable no matter how hard one tries to dodge them. It has been found that the emotional disconnection from oneself and others contribute to stress and anxiety. Many teens think that if they separate themselves from everyone around them that it is easier than letting someone in and helping them with their stress and/o...
Life in the modern world is difficult now because of technology has taken up most of our time. It can make us feel lonely and disconnect with reality. As we spend much time on the internet, such as web surfing or instant messaging, we lack with our social skills because we don’t know how to interact with people. People who are “socially anxious” and “lonely” tends to focus more on the internet by making “relationships with others” and slowly interact with people on the web but we don’t socialize with people in our life (Tyler 200-201).
Extreme online socialization will lead to the inability to interact with people or whenever one is out in public, social interactions will remain brief. Online socialization in a developing child and exposure to media will directly influence and affect a child’s attitudes (Lee & Conroy, 2003). Isolation causes conflicts with friends and problems with family members, as well as the inability to maintain a sense of reality. The individual undergoes emotional and psychological changes such as increased feelings of loneliness and depression, which leads to forming a fear of people or deteriorating their self-image.
There are numerous public health problems that can be addressed in my Southside of Chicago community. Among the several public health problems facing my Southside of Chicago community there are two that are more urgent. Health education or one might say lack thereof is a problem that needs to be addressed. My community is plagued with many of the residents suffering from high blood pressure, diabetes, and the killer virus known as HIV. In most cases these conditions can be prevented with healthier lifestyles and access to nutritious organic foods. In addition, environmental health is another urgent problem my community is facing. Access to clean, safe water and air is supposed to be a fundamental human right aimed at a healthy environment. Yet, my community consists a waste contaminated beach, numerous deteriorated building that are still occupied, and a countless number of restaurant and stores supplying our residents with services that are endangering their health.