COVID-19 through the eyes of Latina children

ABSTRACT

The effects of COVID-19 on the Latino community, along with other communities of color, have been greater compared with the majority group. Given the stigma and obstacles to establishing mental health treatment for Latinos, now more than ever, health care systems should be working to understand the experience of underserved populations. This article includes poems written by 3 Latina girls, aged 8-12 years, during the COVID-19 pandemic. These poems capture their experience of the pandemic and allow health care providers to understand the complex emotions and resiliency these communities and families face. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved)