Toddlers showed fewer behavioral issues during pandemic, study finds.
New research shows toddlers displayed fewer emotional and behavioral problems during the pandemic.
Why it matters
- Toddlers showed fewer behavioral issues during the pandemic, contrary to fears.
- Findings may indicate hidden resilience factors in children.
By the numbers
- Study analyzed data from a large sample of toddlers and their families.
The big picture
- The pandemic posed significant challenges, but children's outcomes were better than expected.
- Suggests potential underlying resilience mechanisms in children.
What they're saying
- Some attribute findings to increased parental involvement.
- Others note unmeasured factors like employment and childcare.
Caveats
- Sample size not specified.
- Some factors like maternal employment not considered.
What’s next
- Further research to identify specific resilience factors in children.