In the decade leading up to the 21st century, a number of authors began focusing on the future in the field of child and family welfare. This review summarizes selected readings in this area, ranging from examination of such broad topics as research and policy issues to indepth analysis of specific topics such as family foster care and child protective services.
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Early childhood stress and amygdala structure in children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Brain Struct Funct
January 2025
Applied Psychology, Faculty of Education, University of Western Ontario, 1137 Western Rd, London, ON, N6G 1G7, Canada.
Children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more susceptible to early life stress compared to their neurotypical peers. This increased susceptibility may be linked to regionally-specific changes in the striatum and amygdala, brain regions sensitive to stress and critical for shaping maladaptive behavioural responses. This study examined early life stress and its impact on striatal and amygdala development in 62 children and adolescents (35 males, mean age = 10.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF"Listening to understand," exploring postpartum women's perceptions of their social networks and social support in relation to their health behaviors and weight: A qualitative exploratory study.
Womens Health (Lond)
January 2025
College of Nursing, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
Background: Postpartum is a critical period to interrupt weight gain across the lifespan, decrease weight-related risk in future pregnancies, promote healthy behaviors that are often adopted during pregnancy, and improve long-term health. Because the postpartum period is marked by unique challenges to a person's ability to prioritize healthy behaviors, a multi-level/domain approach to intervention beyond the individual-level factors of diet and activity is needed.
Objectives: The purpose of this study was to understand postpartum people's perceptions about the relationship between their social networks and support, and their health behaviors and weight.
Bayesian Sequential Pragmatic Cluster Randomized Clinical Trial Design for PrEventive Effect of MEditerranean Diet in Children: PEMED Trial Research Protocol.
J Clin Med
January 2025
European Laboratory for Food Induced Diseases, University of Naples Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy.
Childhood nutrition plays an important role in the promotion of long-term health. Introducing solid foods in alignment with the Mediterranean Diet during weaning fosters a preference for healthy foods early in life. However, access to nutritious diets remains a challenge in underserved communities.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAwareness and Knowledge About Preconception Healthcare: A Cross-Sectional Study of Early Years UAE Medical Students.
J Clin Med
December 2024
Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, College of Medicine & Health Sciences (CMHS), United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain P.O. Box 15551, United Arab Emirates.
Preconception health is critical for improving maternal and child health. The main objective of the study was to explore medical students' health habits, quality of life, and knowledge of preconception healthcare. We conducted a cross-sectional study between 15 March 2023 and 31 May 2024 among medical students at United Arab Emirates University.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: This study aimed to assess the psychological health status of children aged 3-7 years in Wuxi and analyze the correlation between dietary behaviors, lifestyle, and psychological problems.
Methods: Using a stratified cluster random sampling method, 3-7-year-old children from 18 kindergartens across Wuxi were selected as the survey subjects. An online survey was conducted to collect demographic information about children and their parents, dietary information, lifestyle data, and family backgrounds.
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