There are, no doubt, pros and cons to opening schools. On one hand, if we open schools quickly, we have the potential to introduce new hotspots and increase community spread. On the other hand, schools are fundamental to childhood development. Kids also rely on schools for reliable meals, mental health services, social support, physical activity, and safety. In my line of research, kids rely on teachers to detect and report alleged abuse. Of those that “catch” child abuse, the majority are teachers (21% are teachers, 19% are law enforcement, 11% are social services, and 11% are medical personnel).
COVID19 and Child Abuse (an update)
COVID19 and Child Abuse (an update)
COVID19 and Child Abuse (an update)
There are, no doubt, pros and cons to opening schools. On one hand, if we open schools quickly, we have the potential to introduce new hotspots and increase community spread. On the other hand, schools are fundamental to childhood development. Kids also rely on schools for reliable meals, mental health services, social support, physical activity, and safety. In my line of research, kids rely on teachers to detect and report alleged abuse. Of those that “catch” child abuse, the majority are teachers (21% are teachers, 19% are law enforcement, 11% are social services, and 11% are medical personnel).