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December 8, 2025American Journal of OrthopsychiatryOpen Access

Coping in crisis: Family processes and maternal-child psychological well-being during COVID-19.

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YGYihui GongThe Ohio State UniversityMCMeingold Hiu-ming ChanUniversity of British Columbia

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Overview

Longitudinal study shows enhanced family togetherness reduces emotional distress in mothers and children during COVID-19, suggesting pathways for increased resilience.

Key Points

  • Emotional distress is lower among mothers experiencing more family togetherness during COVID-19, highlighting the importance of relational dynamics.
  • Mothers reported decreased emotional distress when household disagreements were minimized, indicating a link between family processes and well-being.
  • Longitudinal study insights reveal the role of preexisting psychological vulnerabilities in shaping maternal and child's emotional responses to the pandemic.
  • Interventions promoting effective family communication may enhance resilience during future societal disruptions, emphasizing the need for caregiving strategies.

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Gong et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69401f142d562116f28fa3c8https://doi.org/10.1037/ort0000895
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