Trends in changes of family functioning during different phases of the pandemic - findings across four population-based surveys between 2020 to 2023 in Germany.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The COVID-19 pandemic and the associated measures have had a significant impact on millions of individuals and families worldwide. Although cross-sectional studies have demonstrated the considerable burden placed on families during the pandemic, trends over different phases of the pandemic including later stages and using population-based samples is scarce.

Objective

In this study, we aimed to assess trends in family functioning across four population-based surveys between December 2020 and March 2023 using a repeated cross-sectional design. The surveys were conducted using a similar sampling strategy and measures. We included individuals residing in a household with at least one minor below the age of 16.

Results

The most notable changes across surveys ove

SUBMITTER: Geprags A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11580525 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature