Why these health experts say it’s time schools relax COVID-19 mandates

Why these health experts say it’s time schools relax COVID-19 mandates

Jessica Borelli, PhD, an associate professor of psychological science at the University of California, Irvine … said that a sense of “normalcy” is important for children to feel safe and secure. … Borelli said she recommends avoiding the frequent change of rules and restrictions. “Keeping a sense of constancy in place helps children feel safe. It helps them know what to expect from their environment,” she said.