Impact of Poverty on Children SOWK 301 Stace Todd Radford University November 22‚ 2012 According to data from UNICEF‚ a child in the United States is more likely to live in poverty than any other developed nation (American Psychological Association‚ 2012) Children living in poverty suffer from lack of nutrition. Lack of nutrition can lead to premature birth and/or low birth weight (APA‚ 2012). Inadequate access to healthy foods can lead to obesity (Dalton‚ 2007).
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Discrimination and prejudice are conflicting to the aims of supporting a child or young person’s development and progress. Both children and adults can behave in discriminatory ways‚ which if seen should be challenged. When working within a childcare setting‚ there should be strategies in place to challenge what is said or done. It is important to support the person who has been subject to discrimination‚ but also important to try and support the person who has been behaving in a discriminatory way
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In this assignment I will concentrate on the importance of the environment and the role of the adult in a child’s social and emotional development. For children’s social and emotional development to progress it is important that the environment enables social interaction and provides emotional support. The role of the adult in this environment will be to provide a comforting and trust worthy presence which will support them and encourage them to develop their social and emotional skills. The environment
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The child’s views on strategies that they consider might de-escalate or calm a situation (discussed with the child before the need for the restraint arises). o The method of restraint which would be appropriate in the specific circumstances. o The impact of the restraint on the carer’s future relationship with the child. Children who are restrained‚ and who witness an incident where restraint was necessary‚ should be offered psychological intervention for possible trauma and emotional disturbance
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2. Explain the importance of a child or young person centred approach (2.2) Every assessment should be child centred and all decisions should be made in the child’s best interests. The ensures that each assessment responds to the child’s individual needs and takes note of any impacts external situations or people may have on them (such as parents’ behaviour). This is especially important‚ as every child is different. It is important to draw together information from the child‚ the family and relevant
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the Stone Age‚ when man discovered how to make fire‚ believed be approximately 1.4 million years ago. In fact‚ no one could have thought back then that fire‚ including its wood burning technology could create an impact on today’s natural environment through its greenhouse gas emissions. Cavemen created some of the first technology‚ such as fire axes and spears. As time went on technology advanced and even though they seem to make
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Astronomy Telescopes have proven to be one of the greatest inventions in the science of astronomy. This instrument‚ which makes far-away objects more visible has facilitated both learning about and understanding our universe. This paper will discuss the importance of telescopes‚ their three major designs‚ and the strengths and weaknesses of different locations for telescopes. In addition‚ this paper will discuss the frequencies of light and the role they play in telescopes. Without the telescope‚ many discoveries
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report focussing on poverty with reference to current policy and educational debate 1.0 Abstract This report aims to explain the effects of poverty on attainment in schools and the wider society: taking into consideration a number of national and local strategies‚ the causes of poverty and the long term effects on children and young adults. This report will also make recommendations as to what can be done to further reduce poverty in childhood. 2.0 Introduction Poverty is continually discussed
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Primary care is your first main basic care that you may need such as : Dentist‚ Opticians‚ Doctor (GP) An example of a Dental practise In the Isle Of Man is located in Douglas‚ they provide service users with NHS and private dentistry. However they’re only able to provide necessary treatment on NHS such as basic fillings‚ root canal treatment‚ some crown and prosthetic work. There is also an option for private care meaning it will be individual payment. However‚ you’re able to get better service
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Empowerment itself in a proactive way of safeguarding. As well as encouraging a child’s awareness of health and safety practitioners should also seek to support their development by helping them to have a positive self-image. It is important that children have plenty of opportunities and encouragement in order to develop their independence and learn about their likes and dislikes Ways in which a practitioner can empower a child or young person to make positive and informed choices that support
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