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Teens want COVID-19 advice that gives them

safe ways to socialize
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al interaction can be risky during a pandemic, but it’s also important for young people’s
development and mental health. Photo: DisobeyArt/iStock/Getty Images Plus

Young people in America are needed to help slow the spread of COVID-
19. The illness has spread around the world. Surveys show that many
teens do not understand social distancing rules. A survey looks at the
experience of a group of people. It asks them questions.

Health officials ask that people social distance. This means staying 6 feet
away from people who do not live with you. This makes it less likely that
germs will spread. This slows the spread of COVID-19.

Researchers asked questions of over 1,000 young people in the U.S. They
are 14 to 24 years old. The goal is to understand what they are going
through. Their answers show how some young people are feeling right
now.

I Can Hang Out With Friends, Right?

The responses show that young people are taking COVID-19 seriously.

About three-fourths of young people felt anxious about COVID-19 and its
effects. Many said they followed public health rules. For example, they
are social distancing. They are also wearing masks and staying home.
They said they did this out of concern for others.

Teens also talked about the importance of protecting others. Specifically,

family and people with health risks. One person said they followed
health rules to keep their parents and grandparents safe.

The replies showed that some young people do not fully understand
social distancing rules. One incorrect belief was that young people do not
get sick from the virus. Young people can get very sick. They are less
likely to have symptoms. Although, they can still spread the virus
without knowing it.

It Can't All Be Negative

Many young people shared what they miss. "I have not been able to see
friends," said one person.

Current health rules tell young people only what they cannot do. This is
not so effective. They might get tired of the rules. They need suggestions
for what they can do.

Some activities are riskier than others. Teaching young people how to
figure out the risk would be helpful. It could help them make decisions.

Social Interaction Matters For Mental Health

Seeing friends is important for teens' health.

Studies have been done on children who do not see or talk much with
others. They found this can be harmful to mental health. This may
already be happening to teens during the spread of COVID-19.
Young people were asked how they are feeling. Some described difficult
emotions. They felt stressed. Some did not have much energy. Some felt
depressed.

Being depressed is different than feeling sad. Feeling sad, lonely or

unhappy sometimes is normal. The feelings usually go away. Someone
who is very depressed could have a mental illness. Mental illnesses affect
someone's mood, thoughts and behavior for a longer time. Daily life can
be very hard for someone with a mental illness. Doctors can usually help.

Figuring Out How To Socialize Safely

Information can help young people socialize safely.

An important message is that risks are greater for some activities than
others. For example, going to a crowded indoor event is risky.

Young people need safe activities and information on how to socialize

safely.

Meeting up with people outdoors is one solution. COVID-19 is less likely

to spread outside compared to indoors. Spending time in nature is
another safe activity.

Helping young people with social distancing is important. It affects their

health and the people around them.

Tammy Chang is an Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at the University of Michigan

and Matthew Dunn is a graduate researcher.