The Psychological Impact of COVID-19 Lockdown on Children and Adolescents in Tunisia: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Tunisia implemented a national lockdown between March and May 2020. This disrupted daily life and limited access to essential services. The restrictions significantly reduced social interactions and outdoor activities for children and adolescents, raising concerns about the psychological impact on this population.

Aim

To assess the psychological impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on children and adolescents in Tunisia.

Methods

A cross-sectional study using a telephone survey was conducted among 514 Tunisian households in August 2020. We included parents of children aged five to 15 years. The collected data included sociodemographic characteristics, general information, and details on the establishment of routines and adaptive cont

SUBMITTER: Ben Hamouda A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12668767 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature