Psych for Life with Dr. Amanda Ferguson
Post Pandemic fallouts facing children - the health, developmental & social problems children face since COVID-19
April 5, 2022
In this episode Dr. Amanda Ferguson and neuroscientist Professor Mark Williams discuss the health, developmental and social problems children are facing as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. This fallout comes at a time in history when young people with the most well-developed social skills will be the successful adults of the future. Problems in social development, resilience, mental health, and increased suicide risk may be long lasting with the potential to set generations back. The ability for these unfortunate consequences of pandemic life to cause far reaching and long-term harm can be minimised if we take proactive steps with our children now - without delay.
In this episode Dr. Amanda Ferguson and neuroscientist Professor Mark Williams discuss the health, developmental and social problems children are facing as a result. This fallout comes at a time in history when young people with the most well-developed social skills will be the successful adults of the future. Problems in social development, resilience, mental health, and increased suicide risk may be long lasting with the potential to set generations back. The ability for these unfortunate consequences of pandemic life to cause far reaching and long-term harm can be minimised if we take proactive steps with our children now - without delay.

With a wealth of experience between them, Dr Amanda and Dr Mark tackle these tough topics after years of lockdowns and "abnormal" childhoods, providing deep insight and strategies for parents, teachers, their children and teens.

This is a not to be missed episode for parents, teachers & anyone who cares about the wellbeing and potential of our children and teenagers. Teens will also benefit from listening to the advice and discussion in this episode, as it directly affects their futures.