"We urge them to take them off," a principal of a ward-run elementary school in Tokyo said, adding, "With mask wearing becoming a habit, some children are reluctant to remove their masks in front ...

For children with hearing impairments or autism ... like anxiety and depression. Wearing masks at school can have many negative effects on a student’s social and emotional growth and development.

He shared his experience of sending his children to school wearing masks, only to face questions from other parents regarding the necessity. Observing elderly individuals continuing outdoor ...

Parents in Hong Kong may still want their children to wear masks even after the mandate is lifted, school heads have said, predicting some families will remain anxious about infection risks while ...