The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on emotional and behavioral problems of children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental delay aged 1-6 years in China.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The COVID-19 pandemic outbreak have caused increased levels of emotional and behavioral problems, particularly among people with pre-existing mental health conditions. Young individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and developmental delay (DD) are particularly at risk due to their vulnerability. The purpose of this study was to look into the different effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on 1-6-year-old children with ASD and DD.

Methods

Parents and guardians of children with ASD completed an online survey that included questions about their children's socio-demographics characteristics, the effects of the COVID-19 outbreak on their health, and what they needed in order to deal with the conditions of the pandemic.

Results

This study compared 4,138 chil

SUBMITTER: Zhao Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9998531 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature