The promise of the early years: How long should children wait?

Question 1

What should physicians do to support parents and positively influence child development?

Answer 1

1. Assess attachment
2. Promote literacy
3. Connect parents with early childhood resources
4. Discuss child development
5. Screen for parental mental health problems
6. Discuss the effect of parents as role models
7. Understand the effects of low SES

Question 2

What UN Convention on the Rights of the Child rights have implications for practice and anticipatory guidance?

Answer 2

1. The right for children to grow in environments in which their capacities can evolve
2. the right for children to play
3. the right for children to participate in decisions that affect them
4. the right for children with special vulnerabilities to be protected from discrimination