The social work problem I am seeking to address throughout my career is helping to ensure the healthy development of children within the community.
Please ensure the HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT of our minds and bodies!
LET'S DISCUSS:FACTORS THAT HINDER HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT
Children residing in areas without access to affordable and nutritious food have a greater chance at experiencing obesity and diabetes
FOOD DESERTS
Therapy is AWESOME!
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Some communities do not value therapy and counseling, discrediting a system that was designed to enrich the quality of life
80% of children who need mental health services do not receive them
Only 29% of children who expressed suicidal ideations received mental health services
LACK OF ACCESS TO RESOURCES FOR LOWER SOCIOECONOMIC COMMUNITIES
HOW TO HELP:1. LOCATE AREAS WHERE STUDENTS MAY BE IN FOOD DESERT2. EDUCATE STUDENTS IN SCHOOLS ON THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL HEALTH3. PUSH FOR POLICY CHANGE THAT ADVOCATES FOR MENTAL HEALTH INTERVENTION