Diversified Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Overall Health and Well-Being of Children: A Survey Based Case Study

  • Alfred J. Lawrence
  • Umama Fatima
  • Ancey Abraham
  • Faiza Ali
  • Saima Arif
  • Tahmeena Khan
Keywords: COVID-19, Children, Education, Nutrition, Psychological

Abstract

BACKGROUND: COVID-19 pandemic led to the closure of non-essential services including educational institutions and recreational facilities all around the world. The pandemic has affected children at different levels including their mental well- being. AIM: The objective of this study was to assess the overall impact of the pandemic on the well-being of children in terms of their demographic details, physical activity pattern, sanitary practices, mental health and nutritional practices. 300 children aged between 4-18 years were surveyed through an online survey developed as a Google form. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Parents or guardians were asked to fill the questionnaire. The questionnaire was approved by Medical doctors for the sake of accuracy and authenticity. RESULTS: The annual household income of majority of the respondents was between 1-5 lakhs, and they belonged to urban and nuclear households. Although modern amenities were available for the children at home, yet majority of them did not have a separate room and a personal smart phone. 89.4% (n=268) children used internet for 1-5 hours every day. 82.4% (=247) of them were also enrolled in other online courses as well. Lesser time was devoted on physical activity during the pandemic. Negative psychological symptoms like lack in concentration and anxiety, etc. were reported. CONCLUSION: The paper addresses the changes impacting children’s lives at different levels related to their health and well-being. The results must be corroborated with studies reported in literature and may be used for formulating strategies to make children adapt the situation without any negative impact on their personality.

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Author Biographies

Alfred J. Lawrence

Department of Chemistry, Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow- 226007, U.P., India

Umama Fatima

Department of Chemistry, Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow- 226007, U.P., India

Ancey Abraham

Department of Chemistry, Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow- 226007, U.P., India

Faiza Ali

Department of Chemistry, Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow- 226007, U.P., India

Saima Arif

Department of Chemistry, Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow- 226007, U.P., India

Tahmeena Khan

Department of Chemistry, Integral University, Lucknow- 226026, U.P., India

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DOI: 10.26440/IHRJ/0506.09454
Published: 2021-09-29
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Alfred J. Lawrence, Umama Fatima, Ancey Abraham, Faiza Ali, Saima Arif, Tahmeena Khan. Diversified Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Overall Health and Well-Being of Children: A Survey Based Case Study. IHRJ [Internet]. 2021Sep.29 [cited 2024Mar.28];5(6):OR1-OR10. Available from: https://ihrjournal.com/ihrj/article/view/454