Children’s reaction to quarantine: trepidation and nervousness

Experts warn about the negative consequences of children's isolation from their peers, and primarily the impact that a lack of face to face communication might have on their mental wellbeing.

After the first lockdown, some children developed depression and increased levels of anxiety. Because of the unstable situation during the pandemic, many students are experiencing stress. Some have been suffering from depression. Moreover, because of all the negative news, Covid19 has become a new phobia for many. Teenagers are fearful of becoming infected and of dying from the virus. Additionally, they are frightened of being separated in isolation from parents and loved ones due to contracting the disease.

Lack of communication

Because of the coronavirus, 145 countries around the world have announced school closures. That has not only disrupted the usual learning process but also impacted on children's social adaptation to society because it is impossible to develop face to face communication skills without meeting in the flesh.

According to Tom Madders, Director of the children's charity, as the pandemic recedes, schools will play an essential role in maintaining children's happiness and mental health. They will return them to their usual environment and again become the safest place where the child can talk to their peers.

In countries with advanced communication, students can easily communicate with each other remotely. Still, this luxury is not available to everyone because it is limited by the quality and speed of Internet connection.