The Critical Role of Early Childhood Care in Shaping Lifelong Health and Development
Received Date: Oct 01, 2024 / Published Date: Oct 29, 2024
Abstract
Early childhood care (ECC) encompasses the holistic development of children from birth to age 5, with a focus on physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth. The formative years of a child’s life lay the foundation for their longterm well-being, making quality early care critical. This article reviews the importance of ECC, the challenges faced globally in providing equitable access, and evidence-based interventions that have proven effective. Drawing on both qualitative and quantitative studies, the results highlight the profound impacts of ECC on academic performance, socialization, and health outcomes. This review concludes with recommendations for policymakers to prioritize investment in ECC programs, with particular emphasis on supporting low-income and vulnerable populations.
Citation: Rajiv C (2024) The Critical Role of Early Childhood Care in Shaping Lifelong Health and Development. J Paediatr Med Sur 8: 303.
Copyright: © 2024 Rajiv C. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.
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