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Different types of influences affecting children and young people’s development
There are many issues that can affect a child’s development at a young age. Below are just a few areas which may have an adverse effect whilst the child grows. There are many others but we will discuss how a young person’s background, health and environment can shape their future.
Background
In modern times divorces are common with more and more children growing up in single parent families. As a result, this puts pressure on the single parent to provide enough care, attention and love to their children. Due to the economic climate, parents are forced to work longer hours and may sometimes leave them with family or friends. For example if parents are not providing enough time for their children this may affect their study or their health.
Health
If the child suffers from a serious illness then he/she may miss out on school. This can affect the child’s social and physical development. Alternatively, if the parent has health issues, this can affect the child. The child may be expected to take care of the adult and may miss out on vital development opportunities like playing with friends, socialising or having fun. There are also children who live in unhealthy environments. These include parents that suffer from substance abuse, this can have a very negative affect on children as they may grow up and copy their parents.
Environment
Children who live in poorer areas can be disadvantaged as they will not have the material things their friends have. An area with a high crime rate can affect their future. Poverty can also affect children’s development as well. If the parents can’t provide their children with their needs then this can cause the child to hate their parents or not be socially accepted in school or society.
It is difficult to spot children that have issues at home or elsewhere. It is important to try and read all the signs of an unhappy child which may indicate
There are many issues that can affect a child’s development at a young age. Below are just a few areas which may have an adverse effect whilst the child grows. There are many others but we will discuss how a young person’s background, health and environment can shape their future.
Background
In modern times divorces are common with more and more children growing up in single parent families. As a result, this puts pressure on the single parent to provide enough care, attention and love to their children. Due to the economic climate, parents are forced to work longer hours and may sometimes leave them with family or friends. For example if parents are not providing enough time for their children this may affect their study or their health.
Health
If the child suffers from a serious illness then he/she may miss out on school. This can affect the child’s social and physical development. Alternatively, if the parent has health issues, this can affect the child. The child may be expected to take care of the adult and may miss out on vital development opportunities like playing with friends, socialising or having fun. There are also children who live in unhealthy environments. These include parents that suffer from substance abuse, this can have a very negative affect on children as they may grow up and copy their parents.
Environment
Children who live in poorer areas can be disadvantaged as they will not have the material things their friends have. An area with a high crime rate can affect their future. Poverty can also affect children’s development as well. If the parents can’t provide their children with their needs then this can cause the child to hate their parents or not be socially accepted in school or society.
It is difficult to spot children that have issues at home or elsewhere. It is important to try and read all the signs of an unhappy child which may indicate