3.1 Sex/Gender and Age Sex/gender was recorded for 2,449 contacts from children and young people aged 5-25 years. 118 were unknown. Of the 2,449 contacts, 1,882 were female, 500 were from males, 67 were transgender or gender diverse. 77% of contacts were from females. Sex/Gender (where known) 3% 20% Female Male Transgender or gender diverse 77% Age was recorded for 2,448 contacts. Age for 119 contacts was unknown. 43% of contacts were from those aged 18-25 years. While this cohort made up the largest percentage of contacts to Kids Helpline who raised COVID-19, most contacts where age was recorded (57%) were under 18. The types of concerns raised with Kids Helpline varied according to age. Age breakdown (where known) 161 (7%) 561 (23%) 1051 (43%) 18-25 yrs 15-17 yrs 11-14 yrs 5-10 yrs 675 (27%) Impacts of COVID-19 on children and young people who contact Kids Helpline • 2020 • 9

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