Psychiatria pre prax 3/2021
Effect of coronavirus epidemic on development and treatment of eating disorders in childhood and adolescence
Authors dealing with effects of coronavirus epidemic on development and treatment of eating disorders in childhood and adolescence. They point out the negative impact of the covid-19 pandemic and the associated quarantine measures on the mental health of children and adolescents. This situation has specific negative effect on eating disorders, their development and treatment. The presentation is illustrated with case studies.
Keywords: covid-19, eating disorders, children, adolescents