Young people in care : how lockdown provides a haven of security and belonging

Cameron, Claire (2020) Young people in care : how lockdown provides a haven of security and belonging. Scottish Journal of Residential Child Care, 19 (3). ISSN 1478-1840

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Abstract

Amidst all the gloom and concerns about what effect the emergency lockdown measures associated with COVID-19 are having on children, there is a small group of young people finding positive benefits. Staff at one Scottish provider of residential services for children and young people who have complex needs, say young people are less distressed than before lockdown and many seem happier than they were before the measures were implemented. Daily life is less pressured. Staff are happier too. Lockdown is proving to be a catalyst for changes in line with the principles of Social Pedagogy which promotes the value of meaningful relationships that offer emotional and practical support.

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