Methods: We carried out a scoping review following PRISMA-ScR guidelines. Englishlanguage, peer-reviewed articles published between January 2020 and June 2022 were identified in MEDLINE, PubMed, Google Scholar, MedRxiv, PsyArXiv, and WHO Global Literature on coronavirus disease. Studies focusing on mental health outcomes in U.S. and Swedish youth (ages 3–24) during the early phase of the pandemic were included. Data extraction and quality appraisal followed Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines.

Results: Of 1,596 references screened, 32 studies (22 from the U.S. and 10 from Sweden) met inclusion criteria, involving a combined 776,586 participants. The majority were crosssectional studies. U.S. data indicated a deterioration in mental health due to stringent infection control measures, school closures, and social isolation, affecting the well-being of children and adolescents and increasing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. In contrast, Sweden’s decision to keep primary schools open preserved a sense of normalcy, contributing to comparatively stable mental health outcomes with fewer signs of increased distress.

Discussion: During the early pandemic phase, U.S. children and adolescents experienced worsening mental health as lockdowns persisted, while Swedish youth showed fewer adverse changes. Factors, such as developmental stage, socioeconomic status, and access to supportive services, influenced outcomes. This scoping review underscores the need for balanced public health policies that mitigate infection risks while supporting the mental health and well-being of young populations.

Conclusion: The early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic had significant but variable mental health effects on children and adolescents. Stringent restrictions in the U.S. correlated with increased psychological distress, whereas Sweden’s less disruptive approach may have helped maintain better well-being. Understanding these early responses can inform future strategies for addressing the mental health needs of youth during global crises.

Methods: One hundred seventy-six adolescents/young adults in a comprehensive DBT PHP completed surveys measuring suicidality, TB, PB, and BPD symptoms upon intake and discharge.

Results: Analyses found that all outcome measures significantly improved from admission to discharge and that most variables were positively correlated. Results also showed that PB and depression scores emerged as unique predictors of suicidality at discharge.

Conclusion: An adherent DBT PHP can be an effective treatment option for adolescents/young adults endorsing BPD symptoms, TB, PB, and suicidality. Future studies should examine the specific aspects of DBT that are most important in decreasing these symptoms.

Methods: This is the first cross-sectional study examining the rates of trauma exposure, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety symptoms in primary school children before the covid-19 pandemic in Malaysia. Two hundred and twenty-one students participated in this study. They were recruited from four primary schools that volunteered to participate in this study. PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5), Child PTSD Symptoms Scale-5 (CPSS-5), The Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale version (CESD), and the Spence Children's Anxiety Scale (SCAS) were used to survey psychological symptoms.

Results: Most of the students, or 54.3% of them, have experienced at least one traumatic event. Of 221 students, 39.4% reported having PTSD symptoms, 38% reported having depressive symptoms, and 19% reported having anxiety symptoms. Female students were more likely to report PTSD symptoms compared to male students. The first regression analysis model indicated that depressive symptoms were the only significant predictors of PTSD. In the second model, religion, family income, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms were significant predictors of depressive symptoms. In the third model, depressive symptoms were the sole significant predictors of anxiety.

Discussion: This pre-pandemic timeframe study offers crucial baseline information for understanding mental health conditions and ensures accurate assessment of how the pandemic may have influenced rates of anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

Conclusion: The study reveals that primary school children experience high levels of trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety, especially before the COVID-19 pandemic. During the early phases of the pandemic, these mental health issues have been largely neglected in Malaysia, with limited preventative and therapeutic interventions available. Future research should focus on documenting the prevalence of these issues in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: The survey was conducted in 2024, with the participation of parents of children aged 6-14. Particularly, ninety people participated in this survey, of whom 84.4% were women (n= 76) and 15.6% were men (n= 14). Two questionnaires were used. The first (Boundaries Quiz - BQ) measures the degree of familiarity with boundaries, and the second (Child-Parent Relationship Scale - CPRS) assesses parents' perceptions of their relationship with their children.

Results: The results showed a normal distribution of data regarding the familiarity with boundaries (p= 0.87), while the quality of the relationship showed a non-normal distribution in all three question categories (Conflicts p= 0.017, Closeness p= 0.001, Dependence p= 0.007). Parents seemed to face problems setting their boundaries, especially in cases of divorce (Mean= 19.6, Standard Deviation= 10.15). A statistically significant difference was observed between divorced parents and those with a cohabitation agreement (p= 0.023). It was also found that family status significantly influenced how parents set boundaries, in contrast to their profession.

Discussion: Parental boundaries towards children are crucial for their holistic development, providing guidance and security.

Conclusion: In general, the study concluded that the majority of parents experience problems setting their boundaries. The present study had some limitations due to the small sample and the fact that the sample composition is heavily skewed. Future studies must be concluded, including larger samples, leading to more reliable results.

Methods: This cross-sectional analytical study was conducted on 327 students aged 15 to 19, selected through multi-stage cluster sampling. Data were collected using demographic questionnaires, the UCLA Loneliness Scale, Depression Anxiety Stress Scales (DASS- 21), and the Game Addiction Scale. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS and AMOS software.

Results: The average loneliness score among students was moderate (47.2 ± 9.6). Depression, anxiety, and stress levels were generally low; however, 17.7% of students exhibited game addiction, 29.26% experienced severe or very severe depression, 31.37% had severe or very severe anxiety, and 76.13% reported severe stress. A significant correlation was observed between loneliness, depression, anxiety, stress, and game addiction (P < 0.001). Loneliness, as an exogenous variable, was found to influence depression both directly and indirectly through game addiction.

Discussion: Game addiction is higher in boys and linked to loneliness, depression, and anxiety. Family and educational environments play key preventive roles. Cultural and methodological differences affect study results.

Conclusion: Game addiction is an emerging concern, particularly among adolescents. School officials and educators must address this phenomenon seriously to mitigate its negative psychological impacts and promote healthy development.