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The Role of Coronavirus in the Symptoms of Behavioral Disorders in Children: A Systematic Review
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Hadi Pordel   , Leyla Hejazi pour |
| Candidate in Clinical Psychology, Shahed University, Tehran, Iran |
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Abstract: (2661 Views) |
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic, as a complex phenomenon, has had widespread effects on children's mental health, particularly in those with behavioral disorders. This study aimed to examine the specific role of COVID-19 in exacerbating symptoms of externalizing disorders (such as aggression and defiance) and internalizing disorders (such as anxiety and depression) in children, with a focus on new psychosocial factors that emerged during this period.
Methods: In this review study, reputable articles were retrieved from databases such as ScienceDirect, Scopus, PubMed, and Google Scholar, along with updated data from global health organizations, including the World Health Organization. Keywords such as "COVID-19 pandemic," "children’s behavioral disorders," "socio-emotional impacts," "externalizing disorders," and "internalizing disorders" were used, and articles from 2020 to 2024 were reviewed.
Results: Out of 58 articles, 14 met the inclusion criteria for this study. The results indicated that children with externalizing and internalizing disorders experienced exacerbated symptoms due to the social restrictions and conditions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. In children with externalizing disorders, aggression, defiance, and impulsive behaviors increased, while in children with internalizing disorders, symptoms of depression, anxiety, isolation, and withdrawal worsened. Reduced positive social interactions and an inability to express emotions were key factors contributing to the worsening of these disorders.
Conclusion: Given the negative psychological impacts and the exacerbation of externalizing and internalizing disorders caused by COVID-19, it is crucial to design and implement intervention and support strategies focused on improving social interactions and managing emotions for both children and parents.
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| Keywords: Behavioral Symptoms, Child, COVID-19, Mental Disorders, Systematic Reviews |
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Received: 2024/07/29 | Accepted: 2024/10/13 | ePublished ahead of print: 2024/11/23 | Published: 2024/12/23
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