 The results of this study suggest that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative effect on the mental health of children, as evidenced by increased rates of anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, anger, and global health issues. Additionally, children in psychiatric care have experienced further deterioration in their mental health over time. These findings highlight the need for continued monitoring of child mental health during the pandemic, as well as the development of targeted interventions to help mitigate the effects of the virus on young people's mental health. This article was authored by Jostian Zillmans, Jacinta M. T. Skans, Hediye Fanos, and others.