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Covid-19 pandemic having a lasting impact on children's development - report

A new report finds that the ‘wide-reaching’ impacts of the pandemic are far from over for the youngest in society.
The report highlights the continuing impact the pandemic is having on children's development, health and wellbeing, PHOTO Adobe Stock
The report highlights the continuing impact the pandemic is having on children's development, health and wellbeing, PHOTO Adobe Stock

Published by the First 1001 Days Movement and the Institute of Health Visiting, the report highlights how those born in the pandemic continue to have delayed social skills and are at more risk of harm.

It is based upon analysis of existing research and data, as well as a survey of 555 professionals and volunteers who work with babies and their families in health visiting, mental health, maternity, early education and other services.

Key findings from the survey include:

The report, ‘Casting Long Shadows: The ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on babies, their families and the services that support them’, also reveals how services are responding to the needs of families and their children.

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