FEAR OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS WITH INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE: RELATIONSHIP TO PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PHYSICAL OUTCOMES

The fear of contracting COVID-19 has taken a significant toll on the psychological and physical health of adolescents and young adults (AYA), especially those with chronic health conditions. AYA with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) are at increased risk for poor psychological and physical well-being. However, to date, there is no published research examining the Fear of COVID-19 Scale (FCV-19S) in AYA with IBD.

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