#290 The Impact of COVID on Children

*Content warning - this episode includes mature themes*

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Kids Helpline counsellors started seeing a need in teens during Covid19
• 99% increase in duty of care
• In Victoria that percentage increased to 184%
• Lockdown, loss of peers, additional pressure on families, job loss
• The more lockdowns, the greater the risk of mental health problems
• What parents can do to protect their children
• Kids just want someone to listen to them

If you or anyone you know needs help, please don't hesitate to call Kids Helpline or Parentline

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