Abstract
The most talked phenomenon and sui generis of the modern time, the coronavirus diseases-2019 impacted individuals in a variety of ways. Older adults had a higher risk of vulnerability, while there were negative ramifications among children due to indirect impact. The preventive measures, including closing down of schools, malls and playgrounds as well as practising social distancing served as a shield against the hazard of outbreak. On the contrary, these strategies inculcated fear, anxiety, ambiguous communication and manifestation of externalizing behaviours in children. Children living in dysfunctional families in underprivileged circumstances were more susceptible to abuse during the pandemic, and had increased risk of behavioural symptomology and psychological morbidities. Challenges brought by the new normal for children requires redefining the role of parenting for effective monitoring and intervention to mitigate the symptoms. Preventive strategies outlined by international scientific communities include reflective listening, debriefing and psychological first aid for effective parenting during the ongoing pandemic.
Highlights
The most talked phenomenon and sui generis of the modern time, the coronavirus diseases-2019 impacted individuals in a variety of ways
Children conceptualised COVID-19 in a fearful manner due to social seclusion, disruption of routines and repetitive warning related to the epidemic[2]
Telehealth services, scientific communities, parents and teachers can provide as enormous relief in mitigating the challenges faced by children during COVID-19
Summary
It involves prevention from psychopathology in trauma-exposed children. It serves as an effective tool if implemented in a group form with children reporting similar clinical manifestation, like nightmares, obsessive compulsive tendencies, bed-wetting etc. In groups they confront their fear, share feelings and serve as support for others. Due to the current risk of the pandemic, it could be administered through virtual groups. Psychological debriefing has not been effective if provided individually[26]
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