Medical and psychological aspects of health formation in school-age children under the influence of social priorities
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https://doi.org/10.15574/SP.2024.8(144).3447Keywords:
schoolchildren, health, education, morbidity, social prioritiesAbstract
The influence of social priorities on the health formation of school-aged children is increasing in wartime conditions, making its study of significant theoretical and practical importance for improving the functioning of the healthcare system.
Aim - to investigate the characteristics of health formation in school-aged children under the influence of issues caused by social priorities.
Materials and methods. A randomized controlled study was conducted on 1,100 patients aged 7-18 years from general education schools and gymnasiums. The study examined the dynamics of disease formation in children under the influence of established social priorities (children's attitudes toward education, work, family, and society) within the educational process. Data collection and processing were performed using the automated project system Universal Online, version 43.1.
Results. Data analysis from PubMed and Cochrane Library confirmed a strong relationship between schoolchildren’s health and social factors. A negative correlation between the number of healthy children and social problems (-0.72) indicates that improving health reduces social difficulties. A positive correlation between morbidity and social problems (0.91) confirms their interconnection. A strong correlation between the younger and middle age groups (0.97) suggests similar disease influences, while a moderate correlation between the older group (0.49-0.44) is associated with age-related changes. Linear regression analysis showed that for every increase of one healthy child, the average number of children with social problems decreases by 0.4276.
Conclusions. A strong connection between children's health and their social priorities has been established. Health improvement contributes to reducing social problems, enhancing adaptation, and academic success. The increase in morbidity and social challenges requires a comprehensive approach involving doctors, psychologists, teachers, parents, and public institutions. Considering age-specific factors is crucial for effectively supporting children’s health and social well-being.
The research was carried out in accordance with the principles of the Helsinki Declaration. The study protocol was approved by the Local Ethics Committee of participating institution. The informed consent of the patient was obtained for conducting the studies.
No conflict of interest was declared by the authors.
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