Research notes

Browse some of the latest studies on the social impacts of (and responses to) COVID-19

The International Public Policy Observatory holds weekly ‘newsroom’ meetings at which all of our UK and global partner organisations can highlight notable new research relating to the social impacts of, and policy responses to, COVID-19. A selection of these ‘research notes’ can be browsed below.

And if you are an academic working on COVID-related social sciences research that spans any of our broad topic areas (education, mental health, Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, vulnerable communities, housing, care and online life), we’re equally keen to hear about your work. Simply fill in this form and we will be in touch soon.

  1. Maternal mental health during a pandemic: A rapid evidence review of Covid-19’s impact

    Maternal mental health during a pandemic: A rapid evidence review of Covid-19’s impact

    Centre for Mental Health and Maternal Mental Health Alliance (16.03.21) Maternal mental health during a pandemic is a rapid evidence review of the impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of women during pregnancy and after they’ve given birth, and the support that’s been available during the pandemic. The report finds that women and their families have faced extra pressures on their mental health, including anxiety about giving birth during lockdown or about becoming unwell, fears about losing employment, and increasing levels of domestic violence. It finds that some groups of women…

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  2. In isolation instead of in school: Young people’s experiences of COVID-19 and effects on mental health and education

    In isolation instead of in school: Young people’s experiences of COVID-19 and effects on mental health and education

    Centre for Research in Education Inclusion and Diversity (CREID), University of Edinburgh (16.03.21) In isolation instead of in school (INISS) is a study asking young people from every Scottish community to share their experiences of COVID-19, and the effects of school closures and national exam cancellations on mental health and wellbeing. It is well known that schools provide structure and safety, particularly to vulnerable children and young people. School closures impact all young people, but are likely to place vulnerable young people at further risk of mental ill-health. This research provides vital…

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