Health and Wellbeing for Babies and Children: Contemporary Issues

This evidence-based text explores children's health and wellbeing from birth to adolescence, considering familial, cultural, social, economic, environmental, and global contexts. It covers child health and wellbeing, global influences, health promotion, safeguarding, and health conditions, and discusses the role of families, carers, health professionals, hospitals, the wider community, charities, and government in supporting children with health needs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 04 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive evidence-based text delves into the realm of children's health and well-being, spanning from birth to adolescence, while taking into account the intricate tapestry of familial, cultural, social, economic, environmental, and global contexts that shape their lives. Presented in three distinct parts, this book draws upon a vast international body of research and theoretical perspectives to explore the multifaceted determinants of health, including hereditary, socioeconomic, environmental, geopolitical, gender, and cross-cultural factors. It begins with an insightful overview of child health and well-being, before delving into the profound global influences that shape this vital aspect of human development.

The second part of the book focuses on health promotion and safeguarding, emphasizing the essential strategies and interventions needed to nurture and protect the well-being of children. It explores the role of families, carers, health professionals, hospitals, the wider community, charities, and government in supporting children with health needs and their families. The book concludes with a thoughtful discussion of the pivotal role and contributions of these various stakeholders, as well as examining the best practices for supporting children with health conditions and their families.

Throughout each chapter, the text is accompanied by critical questions, engaging case studies, and thoughtful reflection points, designed to encourage the reader to engage deeply with the issues at hand. Furthermore, a comprehensive commentary provides valuable insights and perspectives, aiding the reader in critically analyzing and understanding the complexities of children's health and well-being.

Developed with a wide audience in mind, including those working with children or pursuing studies in fields such as public health nursing, children's nursing, early years education, childhood studies, and social work, Health and Wellbeing for Babies and Children: Contemporary Issues serves as an invaluable resource for students and professionals alike. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing children in today's world, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote optimal health and well-being for all children.

Weight: 338g
Dimension: 173 x 244 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032186238