Citation
Maggi, Stefania; Irwin, Lori J.; Siddiqi, Arjumand A.; & Hertzman, Clyde (2010). The Social Determinants of Early Child Development: An Overview. Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health, 46(11), 627-635.Abstract
Aim: This paper offers an overview of the current state of knowledge of the critical social determinants of child development and the complex ways in which these can influence health trajectories.Methods: We conducted an overview of the research conducted by medical and social scientists in the attempt to uncover the conditions under which children reach optimal health and developmental.
Results: The first years of life represent a critical period during which trajectories of health vulnerability are determined by the complex interplay between biological, genetic, and environmental conditions.
Conclusions: There are fundamental principles of optimal child development that apply to all human beings, regardless of language and culture.
URL
http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1440-1754.2010.01817.xReference Type
Journal ArticleYear Published
2010Journal Title
Journal of Paediatrics and Child HealthAuthor(s)
Maggi, StefaniaIrwin, Lori J.
Siddiqi, Arjumand A.
Hertzman, Clyde