Medscape (3/16, Vlessides, Subscription Publication) reports researchers found that “approximately 8% of 9- and 10-year-old children in the United States report having suicidal thoughts, and 2 in every 100 report a suicide attempt.” The findings were published in The Lancet Psychiatry.

Psychiatric News (3/16) reports the researchers also found that “children who are more impulsive or disruptive and/or those who reported greater family conflict were more likely to report suicidal thoughts and behaviors than those without these tendencies or family conflict.”

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MedPage Today (3/16, Hlavinka) reports researchers conducted “a survey of 547 Latinx adolescents in suburban Atlanta” and found that “family member deportation and detainment was associated with poor psychological outcomes among youth.” The findings were published in JAMA Pediatrics.

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Kate Bolduan, host of CNN’s “At This Hour” program, writes in an opinion piece for CNN (3/16) about how she is discussing coronavirus with her children. Bolduan writes, “I have a 5 and a 2-year old, so I just made sure to remind them they needed to wash their hands more often.” Bolduan quotes Dr. Joshua Morganstein, chair of the APA’s Committee on Psychiatric Dimensions on Disasters, who said, “Listen first and talk second. Listen for concerns, questions and misinformation while you are enjoying usual play with your children – whether that is drawing, dolls, or throwing a ball. Then let kids know you’re glad they are asking you questions and sharing what is on their mind.”

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— “What I’m telling my kids about Covid-19, “Kate Bolduan, CNN, March 16, 2020

CNBC (3/16, Stieg) reports the coronavirus pandemic “has meant millions of people around the world are adjusting to life indoors.” Joshua Morganstein, chair of the APA’s Committee on Psychiatric Dimensions of Disasters, said on CNBC that people should continue exercising to stay healthy and to try to maintain a routine as much as possible. The article then offers several recommendations on how to workout from home.

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— “The best at-home workout streaming services to try during COVID-19, “Cory Stieg, CNBC, March 16, 2020

The Washington Post (3/13, Schaaff) reported that people “with anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders are feeling an even heavier burden in these stress-producing times.” The article said, “Those whose therapy involves touching objects without washing their hands or overcoming an urge to avoid contact with potential germs now are seeing everyone around them washing their hands, stocking up on hand sanitizers and avoiding large gatherings.” The article quoted therapists who specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders discussing how the news and public health advice could be potentially overwhelming for their patients.

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