*Information relevant to my professional development:
This week I read information from the ZeroToThree newsletter about Supporting the Developement of Infants and Toddlers in the Child-Welfare Systems.
There is a call to action on behalf of meltreated Infants and Toddlers.....
The discussion focused on the need to infuse child welfare policies and practices for Infants and Toddlers with the science of early childhood development created by leading early childhood development and child welfare organization.
The discussion lays out the element of a developmental approch.
The New Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act requires states to report strategies for adddressing the developemental needs of Infants and Toddlers in their care, making this a timely topic for for states.
*Statement that made me think in a new way:
I had no idea that Infants and Toddlers are the largest single group entering Foster Care. And sad to say that thirty-one percent of children entering care are under three and remain in care 50 percent longer than older children. This is too many children that are being placed in Foster Care systems.
*How Scientist support the Early Childhood field:
Scientist states that during this pivotal period of development, meltreatment can alter the brain achiteture and lead to lifelong problems. And if Foster Care practices is not attuned to developmental needs, this can compound the damage. This time provides a window for successful interventions.
*Insights of Issues and Trends in EC:
The prevalence of infants and toddlers in child welfare systems, the compelling evidence on the developmental impact of maltreatment and elements of a system that put science into action (ZeroToThree.com) Because child maltreatment has become one of the leading cause of death and neglect to the children in our country; as an early childhood provider, I will do all that I can do to become more involved/active in making a change in this area.
ZeroToThree.com
I enjoyed learning more about Zero to Three. I also found it interesting that toddlers are the largest single group entering Foster Care. I have always been a strong advocate for adoption so learning facts like this is very interesting to me. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteCarrie, Thanks for sharing your web information. It is so sad that such a vulnerable age to develop secure attachments are the largest group entering foster care. It sure is evident that the effects will ripple on throughout the child'd life span. Great post.
ReplyDeleteCarrie, I enjoyed your post on the issues of young children. I seen a special this week a very cocerning issue addressed in Congress of the alarming number of children in foster care are being given mind altering drugs, including infants and young children.
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