Elisa Trucco and Matthew Sutherland are investigating how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting rates of substance use and mental health concerns among Hispanic adolescents. Teens involved in the study will complete a series of online questionnaires regarding their resilience, substance use, and mental health.
“Given the unanticipated, sudden, and sustained disruption due to COVID-19, youth are faced with growing uncertainties, new sources of anxiety, and added burdens related to daily routines and schooling, all within the backdrop of family and personal health concerns,” Trucco said. Gaining a better understanding of COVID-19’s impact could help inform interventions and policies.
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