Children Development Theories The field of developmental psychology attributes its success to two psychologists Jean Piaget and Erik Erikson, who through different ideologies have impacted the study of childhood development (Gabriel Asirifi, 2019). Piaget based his research on cognitive development, which centres on the way children acquire knowledge based on their environment. Erikson, on the other hand, emphasized the emotional development by modifying Freud’s psychosexual development to psychosocial development. The duo’s studies contain some similarities and contrasts based on their reasoning on the different aspects of childhood development. Both psychologists emphasize the development of a child as a process that proceeds in stages and phases. Piaget believes that a child’s development changes from one step to the other. He opines that the first stage in the development of children is the sensorimotor stage, Preoperational, Concrete period and finally, the formal operation Period, which is characterized by precise thinking. Similarly, Erikson explains the development of a child in terms of phase and groups them into eight stages, starting with Trust vs Mistrust and ends with Integrity vs despair. The environment of…

Factors to Consider When Junking Your Car Most people have junk cars that they no longer use due to wretches, being old, or even cars involved in accidents. Junking your car can be a source of earning cash conveniently and quickly. The companies that can buy your old vehicle are many, and it will be a challenge for you to choose the best in the market. The following are the factors that have to be considered when finding the best place to junk your car. First, you have to consider the availability of the companies. The companies that can buy your car in junk are many across the world. The schedule followed by the companies is usually different from one to another. It will be so significant if you choose a company that will be readily available for you to sell the car. Most preferably, you have to sell your vehicle of a company that works for 24 hours of the day as it will be easy for you to get them quickly. The company you choose should also be…

The sleep quality and quantity of a working class adult living in Yah-wahab Estate, Abuja subjected to Alcohol. Assessment 2 Guidance You are requested to prepare a literature review outline of a specific area including an appropriate rationale, research question, search strategy and results identified from search with the articles located clearly documented. The key themes of the research articles should be highlighted. Choose an area that is under-researched where a meta-analysis or literature review does not exist i.e. in a specific population group, location, setting or topic. It is recommended you narrow your search to between 6-12 research articles for the word limit. Use your inclusion/exclusion criteria to do this i.e. date, geography, population. The essay is split into the five sections described below and you should use these subheadings to guide the content: 1. Rationale Provide some background to your chosen topic, and write a rationale for your choice of topic and how it is related to your practice /discipline, and why it is important to investigate this area.[unique_solution] Introduce the main concept or definitions e.g. what you…

Executive Summary on WIC Program Executive summary Public health is fundamental to the level of development and improving the overall focus on individual wellbeing. The decisions that are undertaken regarding public health concerns must focus on a specific group of individuals that help in identifying key aspects that promote change in improving the wellbeing of the most vulnerable members in society. Pregnant women, infants, and children are highly vulnerable within the society hence require integration of efficient public health measures to protect and improve their wellbeing. The development of the federal Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) program has sought to address some of the common challenges facing these groups. The WIC program presents federal grants to states in improving the nutritional levels of these groups as well as healthcare referrals and nutritional educations. Kreider et al. (2018) identified that the WIC program is an initial intervention helping more than nine million recipients annually, with the majority being pregnant women (p. 6). The article further identifies that in 2016, approximately 39.6% of women who delivered in the United States received prenatal…

Gestational Diabetes Part 1 The complication is Gestational Diabetes (GD). According to Mayo Clinic (2020), the diagnosis of the disease is carried out by Glucose challenge test (GCT) and glucose tolerance testing. During the screening test, the former is initiated, and blood sugar levels under 140mg/dl are considered normal. If the level is higher than the average, glucose tolerance testing follows. This examination has a similar mechanism like for GCT, although the syrup solution is more concentrated and carried out for three hours and readings recorded in an hourly interval. If at least two of the readings go above the average level, gestational diabetes is diagnosed. Elena’s results in both tests were abnormally high. Part 2 Maternal High blood pressure Miscarriage Sleep apnea Cardiac dysfunction Preeclampsia Type II diabetes Cesarean delivery, which in turn leads to risks of bleeding and infection.   Fetal Death of the fetus in miscarriages and stillbirths. Preterm birth Fetal macrosomia Diagnostic testing problems due to obesity. For instance, in the ultrasound exams.   Newborn Respiratory distress syndrome Hypoglycemia Obesity Type II diabetes Still   Part…

Health Illness Continuum               Health-illness continuum is a well-being concept credited to John.W.Travis which he posted in 1972. It is a graphical representation which indicates that patients are moving towards the right direction, they can be taken to be moving towards wellness. Conversely, as they move further to the left direction they are taken to be moving towards illness and as they move much further to the left, they are assumed to be nearing death. At the middle of the right and the left direction of the continuum is a point referred to as the neutral point which medics interpret as a state of non-illness. It is worthy to emphasize that members of the medical fraternity use this crucial tool to advice and offer prompt council to their patients to plan for their health. In this context, this paper seeks to critically explain health illness continuum and its relevance to patient care. Health illness continuum is important in patient care due to the fact that it does not only focus on the treatment focus but it also draws attention…

Type 2 diabetes & signs Diabetes type 2 is a chronic disease affecting the body’s method of metabolizing sugar (glucose)—an essential source of energy. For type 2 diabetes, the body will behave in two ways. First, it will resist insulin–the hormone that controls sugar movement through your cells. Secondly, it may not produce adequate insulin to stabilize levels of glucose. Type 2 diabetes is synonymous with adults over 40 years. However, more children are now diagnosed, possibly due to a rise in obesity in infancy. There is no cure for type 2 diabetes, but weight loss, diet and exercise will help with disease control. When you do not have enough nutrition and exercise to regulate your blood sugar properly, you may need insulin therapy or other medications. Possible symptoms include: Blurry vision Excess blood sugar can cause blurry vision and damage small blood vessels in the eye. Lens ‘ ability to bend will be altered in a high-sugar environment, like unregulated type 2 diabetes. The eye’s muscles will work harder to focus, even if the lens is not damaged. This…

 The issue of aging Introduction Many medical institutes and nursing institutions have implemented senior mentor programs curricula, to ensure that most of the people getting into the profession are prepared in order to be able to address the unique needs of the increasingly aged population. The program is vital since it helps the students to be able to promote the knowledge and communication skills and also facilitate a positive attitude concerning the aging process. The picture portrayed by the program seems to be half complete because one side suggests that mentors are enjoying their participation in the program (Halpin, Dillard, Idler, Clevenger, Rothschild, Blanton & Flacker, 2017). On the other side, it suggests that the experience of the older people mentors has not been studied. The issue of aging can sometimes affect the older people negatively, basically on their health indirectly or directly, and therefore, reduction of the ageism on the future health professionals has benefits to the senior mentor programs. This article is important to us because it is trying to shed light on the students, especially those who…

Atrial Fibrillation Question 1 Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common type of heart rhythm disorder that is characterized by a rapid and irregular heartbeat. The disease causes the two upper chambers of the heart, the atria, to start quivering instead of pumping efficiently and regularly, thus altering the normal rates of the heartbeats from 60 to 100 beats per minute to about 100 to 180 beats per minute.  According to MyDr. (2020) atrial fibrillation is caused by underlying conditions such as high blood pressure, obesity, sleep apnea, and various lung and heart problems such as coronary artery diseases or cardiomyopathy. The common symptoms of atrial fibrillation include palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, chest discomforts, and general body weakness (MyDr, 2020). However, it is possible to have atrial fibrillation without having these usual symptoms. Atrial fibrillation decreases the quality of life, but the most significant health risk is its potential to cause a stroke or heart failure. Question 2 Medications for atrial fibrillation are primarily administered to control the rate and rhythm of the heartbeat. Medicines used to control heart rhythm in…

Biological Studies around Obesity Staff, S. X. (2020, January 3). Study finds dopamine, biological clock link to snacking, overeating, and obesity. Retrieved April 3, 2020, from https://phys.org/news/2020-01-dopamine-biological-clock-link-snacking.html     Biological Studies around Obesity This article helped me understand what parameters are considered in establishing whether or not a person is obese or overweight. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a person whose body mass index (BMI) is above 30 is considered obese. In contrast, one who’s BMI is equal or above the 25 scales is deemed to be overweight. BMI is calculated by taking an individual body weight in kilograms, then dividing it with their height in square meters. Obesity is brought about by the accumulation of excess fat in a persons’ body, which presents a threat to their health and poses a risk factor for chronic diseases. This article caught my attention because obesity is both a social and a biological problem. The social aspect relates to dieting, with developed nations like the United States showing huge dependence on processed food, which are high on sugar, calories, and…