Dr. Phil Criticizes COVID School Lockdowns on 'The View', Sparks Debate

Dr. Phil McGraw's recent appearance on 'The View' ignited a discussion on the impact of COVID-19 school closures on children's mental health and safety.

Dr. Phil McGraw criticized the decision to close schools during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting its negative impact on children's mental health.
McGraw argued that schoolchildren were not a vulnerable group to COVID-19 and suffered more from the lockdowns than from the virus itself.
The talk show host pointed out that the closures prevented mandated reporters from identifying and helping abused children, leading to a significant drop in referrals.
Hosts of 'The View' defended the lockdowns, citing efforts to save lives during the pandemic, but McGraw countered that not school children were at significant risk.
Recent studies and data support McGraw's concerns, showing a rise in mental health issues among youth and a decline in academic performance due to the pandemic.