Vibrant and Healthy Kids by National Academies of Sciences,

ISBN: 0309493382

Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Condition: new

Children are the foundation of the United States, and supporting them is a key component of building a successful future. However, millions of children face health inequities that compromise their development, well-being, and long-term outcomes, despite substantial scientific evidence about how those adversities contribute to poor health. Advancements in neurobiological and socio-behavioral science show that critical biological systems develop in the prenatal through early childhood periods, and neurobiological development is extremely responsive to environmental influences during these stages. Consequently, social, economic, cultural, and environmental factors significantly affect a childs health ecosystem and ability to thrive throughout adulthood.