SEROCoV-KIDS
Bem-estar das crianças e adolescentes com e sem necessidades especiais de saúde após o levantamento das restrições relacionadas com a pandemia
Este estudo mostra que as crianças e os adolescentes com necessidades especiais de saúde sofreram mais do que os outros em termos de bem-estar físico, psicológico e social após as restrições associadas à pandemia de COVID-19, sem melhorias evidentes ao longo do tempo.
The joint role of social and family environments in the development of adolescent health behaviours: a general population study
Socio-familial environments have a strong influence on the health behaviours of adolescents. Young people from disadvantaged families smoke more, drink more soft drinks, are less physically active and are less likely to be vaccinated. These early disparities call for health strategies that integrate social and family factors.
Determinants of screen time and health consequences in children and adolescents: lessons from a cohort study following the COVID-19 pandemic
This study assesses screen time among young people, the factors associated with it and its consequences for health. Almost all the children used screens, with a sharp increase in screen time with age. The negative effects observed on quality of life call for close monitoring and appropriate interventions.
Socio-demographic factors associated with the health behaviours of children and adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional study
This study looks at screen time, physical activity, sleep and their changes during the COVID-19 pandemic in children aged 3 to 17. The majority of children followed the recommendations for health behaviour and did not experience any lasting changes linked to the pandemic. However, adolescent girls are at greater risk of adverse behaviours.
Condições socioeconómicas, saúde mental e qualidade de vida das crianças durante a pandemia de COVID-19: uma análise intersectorial
Estes resultados indicam quais os grupos de crianças e adolescentes que devem ser alvo de políticas e intervenções de saúde pública destinadas a corrigir as desigualdades sociais.