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Parker, Lynn – Zero to Three, 2007
"Food insecurity," which is the lack of access to enough food to fully meet basic needs at all times because of economic constraints, afflicts 40.6% of low-income households with children. Research shows that living in a food-insecure household can lead to negative health and developmental consequences for young children, including obesity.…
Descriptors: Obesity, Nutrition, Low Income Groups, Hunger
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