Overview
A decline in adult and child quality of life (QOL) occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, little is known about adult or child QOL during the height of the pandemic in Australia and the impact of government-imposed restrictions, specifically attending school on-site versus home schooling. This study assessed parent-reported quality of life (QOL) for children and their parents during COVID-19 public health restrictions.
Our approach
Data was collected on QOL of children and parents presenting to a Respiratory Infection Clinic in Victoria, Australia, for COVID-19 PCR (polymerase chain reaction) testing and compared to pre-pandemic population norms. Qualitative interviews on the children and parents experience of COVID-19 testing was also conducted. QOL was lower than pre-COVID population norms for children as reported by parents.
Our team
Project led by:
Dr Jess Kaufman and Prof Margie Danchin.