Publications by authors named "Matilde Cava"
Minerva Pediatr (Torino)
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected the mental health of children and adolescents, particularly those with feeding and eating disorders (FED), with a notable increase in new cases during the pandemic.
- A study compared two groups of patients with FED from before and during the pandemic, revealing a 33.7% rise in the number of cases and an increased percentage of females affected.
- The research showed increased physical hyperactivity and suicidal behaviors among young patients, while fewer individuals required hospitalization, indicating a shift in treatment needs.
