While the pandemic may finally be coming to a close, the effects on children may linger. KidsHealth mentalhealth AscensionIL
Barring any surprise surges or mutations of the virus, both the federal and state emergency declarations raised in response to the COVID-19 pandemic three years ago are expected to end in May.
"Sadly, I think the effects of the pandemic will continue to reverberate over the course of the next several years," said Christopher McCarthy, licensed clinical professional counselor with the Ascension Center for Mental Health in Arlington Heights."The uncertainty of it, honestly, still exists. It's still an ever-evolving situation, so it's difficult for some kids to catch their footing.
by signing up you agree to our terms of service Before the pandemic, McCarthy said there was already"a slight shift" underway for children who are more comfortable living in the virtual world of social media or virtual reality, very similar to the increased use and comfort of video conferencing and social media use by adults. For kids, he said, this can increase anxiety at an earlier age.
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