No Need to Worry About How Children Will Remember the Coronavirus Pandemic!

The coronavirus pandemic represents a very strange period for children who, at times, spent months away from classmates and were unable to see their friends or families. Parents may be concerned about how their children will remember this harsh experience and whether they will remember it negatively. However, psychologist Gabrielle Frei sees no cause for concern. The German expert specializing in children and adolescents explains: "Children always tend to remember positive things, just as we do." Frei is optimistic that this memory mechanism will also be effective with regard to the pandemic. The aspects of the pandemic that will stick with children are the positive events: for example, that grandma played many games with them or that mom read them more books. As the world gradually returns to normal, thanks to vaccination campaigns against the virus, Frei warns families against rushing things, such as holding large gatherings with friends. She says parents can help children adapt gradually by explaining that the family is taking things slowly, without haste.