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1 Identify the factors that impact on outcomes and life chances for children and young people:

Children's and young people's development is affected by a wide range of factors, their background, health and the environment which they are growing up in all have an impact on their development. It is important to have some understanding of these factors in order to be able to respond and recognise to any concerns that may arise. Children and young people may come from a wide range of different family environments, cultures and circumstances. All these things will affect the opportunities each child receives and the breadth of the experiences they receive.

Health care of children is an important goal to shaping their long term well-being and also reducing inequalities.

On September 29th,1990, in New York, many countries leaders gathered together to discuss the physical and mental health problems related to the protection of children, and put forward a series of effective principles. In order to ensure the physical and mental health of children, various countries take different measures. For examples: In France, it is stressed that preschool institutions should maximizing the protection of children' s health in every activity. In UK, it provides free medical care for children in preschool.

First and foremost, South-Central Brooklyn is one of the most overpopulated community within Brooklyn, it is extremely diverse with many rich cultures and traditions. Within it, lies seven neighborhoods which are Flatbush, Borough Park, Ditmas Park, Midwood, Kensington, Manhattan Terrance, and Prospect Park South. It serves Community Districts 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 17. It mostly consists of densely populated African American, Hispanic and West Indian neighborhoods. According to the 2015 U.S census bureau, the population of Brooklyn stands at 2,504,700 out of which South-Central Brooklyn has approximately 804,982 residents and it is expected to have grown gradually through the one year-period that has elapsed (United States Census Bureau, 2014). This is more than double the amount of the total number of people that was living in South- Central Brooklyn in 2000, which was only 317, 300. Presently there are 37% Caucasians, 36% African American, 16% Hispanic, 10% Asian, and 2% other (Indian) living in South-Central Brooklyn. The female population is 54.6%, and the male population is 45.4% (United States Census Bureau, 2014).

Additionally, supporting children’s holistic health and well-being will not only enhance their growth and development, but also increase their self-esteem and promotes motivation for example, ‘willingness’ to explore with peers, which will contribute to positive enforcement as they grow and develop. They will also feel value by others and will feel confident to take risks and challenges and to be able to problem solve effectively without fear or judgement .

Kids Matter is another program that has been developed to support the Education and care Services to support mental health and overall wellbeing of young children and their families giving them the tools to recognise, express and manage their emotions. Social and emotional wellbeing is taken on with a holistic approach focusing on culture, spiritual, family, community, land and the

According to 2010 U.S Census Bureau information, Hispanics or Latinos makeup 17.6% of the population in the state of New York, with Utica housing 10.5% of Utica's Hispanic population. I was unable to access specific information of the breakdown of the population from the 2010

Bi] List five possible outcomes for children and young people that practitioners should be striving to achieve, giving a brief description of each one.

adhere to in order to improve a child’s health and protect them from harmful effects of family life,

New Rochelle is a city in Westchester County, outside Of New York City. Housing an approximate 77,062 people, this city is home to a diverse population of residents. The majority of this community is currently 50% White; however, the community is well blended due to the presence of Hispanics/ Latinos making up more than 20% of New Rochelle. Blacks or African Americans makeup an approximate 15% within the population. The male population of New Rochelle consists of a total 36,980, whereas the female population stands at 40,082, taking majority. The median age for the community lies at 38-years- old, and the urban, up- scale environment is home of the infamous, ‘New Roc City,’ in the downtown area of New Rochelle. ‘New Roc City’ serves as an

Census Bureau, 2015). The median income for this area is 9,022 compared to 53,373 for New York and 34,299 in Bronx County. Only 10.8% of the population are married, 73.1% graduated from high school, and 18.8% has a Bachelor degree or higher (U.S. Census Bureau, 2015). Since the population is predominantly African American, there may be some resistance to seeking medical care, due to mistrust of the healthcare professions and ritual practices and cultural beliefs. Also, due to the age of the population following-up with medical appointments or receiving annual/biannual mammogram screening may be difficult for this group of people. There may exist the inability for them to get around because of physical capabilities, transportation, and difficulties in understanding what the provider is trying to convey to them. Also, this population may not have the finance to cover the care that is needed. Many African Americans are very spiritual people, and they believe in a higher power; therefore, a community-based program that has partnered with the surrounding churches can prove most beneficial.

1A Before reading ahead in the text, briefly summarize your thoughts on the health of today’s children, and what you hope to learn as a result of your enrollment in this course.

There is a wide range of major genetic, social and environmental factors which influence the health and wellbeing of children in today’s society. According to The Marmot Review (2011) the more deprived the area or district which a child lives in, the more likely it is to have social and

Childhood obesity may not seem like a serious problem, but it is a serious medical condition that can have major effects on a child. Although genetics play a role in determining a child’s weight, it is usually due to a child’s amount of exercise and the consumption of healthy meals. Doctors are concerned with the issue, as we all should be, and they are creating new programs that are geared toward helping children learn how to follow a healthier lifestyle. There are some promising outlooks with these programs, and most doctors agree that parents should help their children create a more active and healthy lifestyle. They also agree that the government should provide more attention to the issue as well. Since the growing problem of childhood