Posted by zazenducky on October 15, 2006, at 15:45:41
In reply to Re: poor kids: poor brain development?, posted by alexandra_k on October 14, 2006, at 19:17:50
> Er...
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> I think the study is good because it is putting the focus on biological intervention (that means HEALTH FUNDING) to help prevent a preventable developmental trajectory.
Yes there was research done in the US in the early sixties that led to WIC (women infant childred) nutritional programs for prenatal and infant care and Headstart which was designed to enrich the environment of poor children so they could start school on an even footing.But poverty is hugely stressful. And I don't think the environment and hopelessness are as easily managed.
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