Understanding the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the mental health of children and young people with pre-existing mental health conditions

Although children and young people (CYP) represent only 1-2% of those with Coronavirus disease (Covid-19) globally, they and their families have been significantly affected by the pandemic. Emerging research suggests that the long-term sequelae of repeated intermittent lockdowns, prolonged social isolation, fear of infection, school closures and…