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Critical Issues in Foster Care: Lessons the Children's Ark Learned from Barbara and Nathan
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Mann, Janet; Kretchmar, Molly D.; Worsham, Nancy L. – Zero to Three, 2008
Using an attachment theory framework, this article explores several critical issues in foster care as reflected in the case of Barbara and her 9-month-old son, Nathan. Barbara and Nathan participated in The Children's Ark, an innovative intervention for families in foster care that allowed mothers who had lost custody of their children to live,…
Descriptors: Placement, Foster Care, Intervention, Child Welfare
The Changing Role of Pediatric Well-Child Care
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Kuo, Alice A.; Inkelas, Moira – Zero to Three, 2007
Identifying potential developmental and behavioral problems during the first 3 years of life is an important factor in promoting a child's healthy development. The early identification of a potential developmental or behavioral problem leads to further evaluation and possible diagnosis or treatment if needed. Pediatric health care professionals…
Descriptors: Identification, Pediatrics, Child Development, Child Health
InReach: Connecting NICU Infants and Their Parents with Community Early Intervention Services
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Akers, Adrienne L.; Boyce, Glenna; Mabey, Vanya; Boyce, Lisa – Zero to Three, 2007
Infants who are born prematurely may experience developmental delays and impairments during infancy and beyond. Those who are born at extremely low birthweight face the greatest challenges. Many families could benefit from early intervention services through their local Part C of Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) programs, but…
Descriptors: Early Intervention, Hospitals, Developmental Delays, Access to Health Care