University of Toronto Press
Supporting Children and Their Families Facing Health Inequities in Canada
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About this book
Bridging information gaps on health inequities faced by vulnerable children, adolescents, and families in Canada, this book informs readers of the key tools to promote productive, fulfilling lives of people managing prevalent health challenges.
Author / Editor information
Miriam J. Stewart is a professor emeritus in Faculty of Nursing at the University of Alberta.
Reviews
"Spanning over two decades of work, Supporting Children and Their Families Facing Health Inequities in Canada is an enjoyable and comprehensive read that draws together the key points covering complex issues of inequity."
Pammla Petrucka, Professor of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan:
"This helpful and contributory book is clearly dedicated to the situational, contextual, and social derivatives impacting vulnerable children and their parents. This book will be useful in courses on the Canadian health care system and vulnerable populations, as well as in graduate nursing, social work, public health, and respiratory therapy programs."
Timothy Caulfield, Research Director, Health Law Institute, University of Alberta, and author of The Cure for Everything: Untangling the Twisted Messages about Health, Fitness, and Happiness:
"This important book tackles critical issues associated with children and health disparities. It brings together renowned scholars who not only provide a unique perspective but also solutions and practical ways forward. A valuable contribution to the literature that will be useful to students, academics, policymakers, and anyone interested in these timely issues."
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Frontmatter
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Contents
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List of Figures and Tables
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Acknowledgments
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1 Introduction – From Isolation to Inclusion: Diminishing Inequities
1 - Section I: Children’s Experiences
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Section I Introduction: Children’s Experiences
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2 Indigenous Children Coping with Environmental Health Risks
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3 Health Inequities Facing Children Vulnerable to Mental Health Challenges
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4 Mental Health Risks among Immigrant and Refugee Children in Canada
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Section II Introduction: Adolescents’ Experiences
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5 Low-Income Adolescents Living with Respiratory Challenges
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6 Fostering Support for Indigenous Adolescents Facing Health Inequities
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7 Supporting Refugee Adolescents
101 - Section III: Parents’ Experiences
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Section III Introduction: Parents’ Experiences
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8 Low-Income Parents and Caregivers of Children Affected by Health Challenges
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9 Indigenous Parents and Caregivers Caring for Children with Chronic Health Conditions
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10 Innovative Programs for Parents Coping with Health Inequities: Informed by Research Insights
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11 Conclusion – Insights and Implications for Future Directions
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References
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Contributors
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Index
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