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Table 1 Psychosocial concerns among adolescents before and during COVID-19 (n = 77)

From: Utilization of adolescent health services during the COVID-19 pandemic: evidence on impact and adaptations from a rapid assessment survey in the Philippines

Psychosocial Concern, identified by HEADSS assessment*

Before COVID − 19 Ranking (Frequency of mentions)

During COVID − 19

Ranking (Frequency of mentions)

Early Sexual Engagement

1 (58)

1 (40)

Anxiety and Depression

4 (34)

2 (20)

Dysfunctional Family

5 (33)

3 (19)

Sexual Abuse

7 (28)

4 (16)

Gender Based Violence

7 (28)

4 (16)

Smoking/Tobacco/Vaping Use

2 (45)

6 (15)

Bullying

3 (38)

7 (14)

Suicidal Ideation

9 (24)

7 (14)

Drug Use

5 (33)

9 (13)

  1. *Home & Environment; Education & Employment; activities; drugs; sexuality; Suicide/Depression (HEADSS) assessment