The Implications of COVID-19 for Children and Youth: Global Perspectives

This book captures a unique moment in time, early into the COVID-19 pandemic, when the implications and consequences of the pandemic were unclear and largely unpredictable. The contributors contemplate the impact of the pandemic on relationships with children and youth, child and youth-serving systems, and broader issues in society that relate to childhood and youth. The essays cover a range of perspectives, from systemic racism in child-serving institutions to the psychological and neurological impacts of lockdowns and social isolation. The contributors also focus on the long-term effects of the pandemic and how it may shape the way we think about child and youth services and our relationships to children, their families, and their communities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 124 pages
Publication date: 28 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book takes readers on a journey into a pivotal period during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, when the full implications and consequences of the crisis were still largely unknown and unpredictable. The contributors to this insightful volume delve into the profound impact of the pandemic on our relationships with children and youth, as well as the child and youth-serving systems, and the broader societal issues that directly affect childhood and youth. The collection of essays featured in this volume offers a diverse range of perspectives, spanning from systemic racism within child-serving institutions to the politics of childhood during a global health crisis, and the psychological and neurological toll of lockdowns, public restrictions, and social isolation.

Beyond simply documenting the historical moment, the contributors also contemplate the long-term effects of the evolving situation. They explore how the pandemic may shape our perceptions of child and youth services, as well as our interactions with children, their families, and their communities. This volume encompasses a wide spectrum of ideas, from theoretical frameworks to practical applications, covering various settings such as pandemic-impacted residential care facilities, education and schools, hospital environments, communities, practitioners, and more.

Originally published as a special issue of the esteemed journal Child & Youth Services, this book serves as a valuable resource for professionals, researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding and addressing the challenges posed by the pandemic on children and youth. It provides current thinking and best practices in responding to the unique needs of this vulnerable population, offering insights and strategies that can be applied across different sectors and contexts.

Weight: 420g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032227498