Health promotion strategies from "summary" of Developmental Anatomy and Physiology of Children by Carol Chamley,Pauline Carson,Duncan Randall,Winifred Mary Sandwell
Health promotion is a key factor in ensuring the well-being of children. It involves making positive lifestyle choices, such as exercising regularly and eating a balanced diet, to help protect physical and mental health.- Regular exercise is a great approach for health promotion in children and adolescents. Taking time to enjoy outdoor activities at least three times a week could involve a variety of sports or physical activity which are beneficial as well as enjoyable.
- Eating healthy is essential for health promotion in children. Meals that contain more vegetables, balanced portions of proteins, grains, fruits are the best way to establish a healthy diet for everyone.
- Educating children on the importance of taking care of their bodies: getting vaccinated, visiting doctors regularly or brushing teeth twice per day for example.
- Mental health support is also necessary for children's growth, as an adequate amount of sleep, relaxation techniques such as yoga and music/ art therapy can be helpful and efficient.
- Providing guidance on smoking cessation and drug use prevention should start from early age and educators need to share information regularly about risks related to these matters.
- Establishing positive relationship with kids will help them to understand how to communicate their feelings and ideas while have fun and potentially decrease stress levels.
- Creating public policies that consider and promote child wellbeing when establishing budget allocations regarding medical services or nutrition programs.
- Encourage socialization among peers by offering educational programs outside of the school system such as workshops, debates, trips to nonprofit organizations or other places like museums or libraries, etc.
