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COVID-19 pandemic and psychomotor development in Chilean infants and preschoolers: a cohort-based analysis of age and socioeconomic disparities

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  • Pérez-Lefimil, Francisco
  • Garrido-Luco, Sofía
  • Romero-Briones, Tomás
  • Márquez, José Luis

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Early childhood is a critical period for brain development, where neural circuits mature rapidly. The COVID-19 pandemic introduced stressors, including social isolation and reduced learning opportunities, potentially impacting psychomotor development. This study examines its effects on Chilean infants (0–24 months) and preschoolers (25–60 months), focusing on socioeconomic disparities.

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  • Pérez-Lefimil, Francisco & Garrido-Luco, Sofía & Romero-Briones, Tomás & Márquez, José Luis, 2025. "COVID-19 pandemic and psychomotor development in Chilean infants and preschoolers: a cohort-based analysis of age and socioeconomic disparities," Children and Youth Services Review, Elsevier, vol. 177(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:cysrev:v:177:y:2025:i:c:s0190740925003871
    DOI: 10.1016/j.childyouth.2025.108504
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