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Perspect Psychol Sci July 2024 PMID 37427676

The Impact of School Closures on Learning and Mental Health of Children: Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Deni Mazrekaj, Kristof De Witte

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Peak: 8 in Jul 2023
across 2 sources since Jul 2023

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The posts reflect a mix of skepticism and concern, with some criticizing political decisions despite data suggesting schools could reopen safely, such as mentions of how closures caused learning losses and mental health crises. Words like 'unnecessary' or references to prior research reveal both engagement and the recognition of profound impacts.

AgreementLow agreement

Many posts criticize or critique the article's focus on the negative impacts, suggesting disagreement with the narrative or emphasizing that schools could have reopened safely.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate interest, with some sharing related studies or calling attention to the broader consequences of school closures.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several discussions reference specific research findings or cite prior studies, indicating active engagement with the topic.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions highlight the significant consequences of school closures on learning and mental health, emphasizing societal and educational impacts.

Abstract in brief

  • The COVID-19 pandemic led to widespread school closures that significantly disrupted children's learning and negatively affected their mental health, highlighting the need for policy guidance based on psychological research.
  • The review suggests that the extended closures caused learning deficits and mental health issues among children, especially those from marginalized groups who require targeted interventions.
  • To address these challenges, the authors recommend implementing evidence-based mental health and social-emotional programs in schools, prioritizing vulnerable students, and avoiding stereotypes based on generational labels.]
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Kristof De Witte
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Apr 30, 2024 · 13 likes · 4 shares · 1,074 followers View post →
Dr. Tannahill Glen
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The Impact of School Closures on Learning and Mental Health of Children: Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic - PubMed https://t.co/63DN2Gai2O

Aug 9, 2023 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 1,519 followers View post →
Kristof De Witte
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Jul 11, 2023 · 10 likes · 5 shares · 1,074 followers View post →
Abigail Marsh
@aa_marsh · X

A 2008 paper found 5 days of school closures caused by snow in Maryland led to 3% lower reading and math achievement than in years with no school closures. I wish someone had read that paper in 2020 before closing schools for a YEAR. @PsychScience https://t.co/kXxQtj3WVh https://t.co/zR974t4Z9w

Jul 25, 2023 · 8 likes · 5,465 followers View post →
alfred fischer
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Kollateralschäden der Pandemie. #corona #covid #soziologie The Impact of School Closures on Learning and Mental Health of Children: Lessons From the COVID-19 https://t.co/vt5K7hLlgj

Jul 10, 2023 · 4 likes · 364 followers View post →
Aaron
@AaronDresdenlok · X

@KayElleTweets Not COVID infection, but kids lost a year or more of school because of unnecessary school closure. It's been studied and reported: https://t.co/fvbv1O253Q

Apr 18, 2024 · 4 likes · 113 followers View post →

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@TheView educate your ignorant selves https://t.co/fhlbBXXeEj

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Rochelle Wentz
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@RepAuchincloss The Democrats’ commitment to “science” and children’s health got us school closures, huge learning losses, and a mental health crisis for many kids. All this DESPITE the clear data (remember the science?) that indicated schools could be safely reopened. https://t.co/DBaWvWF3bm

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Juhana Brotherus
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@MarttiJKangas1 Varsin laajaan tutkimuskirjallisuuteen ennen ja jälkeen koronakriisin koulusulkujen vaikutuksista. Varsinkin lumimyrskyjen vaikutus matemaattisiin taitoihin kohtuullisen laadukas koeasetelma. https://t.co/sr3CAjlUWP

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Aaron
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@KayElleTweets Not COVID infection, but kids lost a year or more of school because of unnecessary school closure. It's been studied and reported: https://t.co/fvbv1O253Q

Apr 18, 2024 · 4 likes · 113 followers View post →
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Dr. Tannahill Glen
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The Impact of School Closures on Learning and Mental Health of Children: Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic - PubMed https://t.co/63DN2Gai2O

Aug 9, 2023 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 1,519 followers View post →
Abigail Marsh
@aa_marsh · X

A 2008 paper found 5 days of school closures caused by snow in Maryland led to 3% lower reading and math achievement than in years with no school closures. I wish someone had read that paper in 2020 before closing schools for a YEAR. @PsychScience https://t.co/kXxQtj3WVh https://t.co/zR974t4Z9w

Jul 25, 2023 · 8 likes · 5,465 followers View post →
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Kristof De Witte
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Jul 11, 2023 · 10 likes · 5 shares · 1,074 followers View post →
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Kollateralschäden der Pandemie. #corona #covid #soziologie The Impact of School Closures on Learning and Mental Health of Children: Lessons From the COVID-19 https://t.co/vt5K7hLlgj

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