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Unlocking the Secrets: How Pandemic-Associated Mental Health Changes in Youth with Neuroinflammatory Disorders Can Transform Your Practice

Unlocking the Secrets: How Pandemic-Associated Mental Health Changes in Youth with Neuroinflammatory Disorders Can Transform Your Practice

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on mental health worldwide, but its effects on specific populations, such as youth with neuroinflammatory disorders, are particularly noteworthy. A recent study titled "Pandemic-associated mental health changes in youth with neuroinflammatory disorders" sheds light on how these changes manifest and what practitioners can do to improve their practice.

The Study: Key Findings

This research explored how the COVID-19 lockdown affected sleep, anxiety, depression, and physical activity among children with neuroinflammatory disorders. The study involved 314 participants who completed 821 responses through questionnaires assessing various mental health parameters.

Implications for Practitioners

The findings of this study offer valuable insights for practitioners working with youth who have neuroinflammatory disorders. Here are some actionable strategies:

Encouraging Further Research

This study highlights the need for ongoing research into the mental health impacts of pandemics on vulnerable populations. Practitioners are encouraged to stay informed about emerging studies and consider participating in research initiatives that aim to develop effective interventions for youth with neuroinflammatory disorders.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Pandemic-associated mental health changes in youth with neuroinflammatory disorders.


Citation: Logan, L. M., Stephens, S., Ciftci-Kavaklioglu, B., Berenbaum, T., Ly, M., Longoni, G., & Yeh, E. A. (2021). Pandemic-associated mental health changes in youth with neuroinflammatory disorders. Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msard.2021.103468
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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