Parents’ knowledge and awareness of development and care in the case of postural defects in children
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Date
2024
Journal Title
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978-83-67491-41-9
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978-83-67491-19-8
Publisher
Oficyna Wydawnicza AFM
Abstract
Introduction: Healthy child development is vital for their future. Neglecting care
can harm development and physical health. Parental awareness and early detection
of abnormalities can prevent later issues. Our study aims to assess parental
knowledge of childcare, development, and posture defects, considering factors
such as education, residence, parental age and attendance at antenatal classes.
Material and Methods: We used a self-administered questionnaire with demographic
questions, questions that assessed knowledge, and questions about parents’
childcare practices, involving 190 participants.
Results: Our research reveals insufficient parental knowledge of child development
and care, with only 25.3% showing a high level of understanding and 30%
showing the lowest. In childcare knowledge, 44.7% had a high level, while 33.2%
had the lowest. In terms of causes of posture defect, 81.6% attributed them to
incorrect posture.
Conclusions: Continuous education and the promotion of antenatal schools are
essential in preparing parents to conscientiously and safely support their child’s
proper development.
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Citation
W: Family - Health - Disease. (red.) Filip Gołkowski, Grażyna Dębska. Kraków: Oficyna Wydawnicza AFM, 2024, s. 169-190.