What Were the Mental Health Developments of the COVID-19 Pandemic For Those In Generation Z?

The future of our youth's well-being was called into question by the rising number of long-lasting mental health effects induced by the COVID-19 pandemic, beginning in the year 2020. Many research studies and investigations have been done to observe the minds of young people before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. This research was completed to educate ourselves on the similarities and contrasts of mental satisfaction during both periods surrounding the pandemic. It will be shown that a considerable number of adverse effects resulted from the pandemic. These negative effects include eating disorders, rises in rates of depression, as well as suicidal rates among adolescents. There were also positive effects resulting from the pandemic. The most prominent positive effects include an expanded level of time spent with family and more time during the day to pursue their creative enjoyments (such as extracurriculars, hobbies, and interests).