Nutrition, health, and child development: research advances and policy recommendations
- No. 566
- Washington, D.C. Pan American Health Organization 1998
- viii, 257p.
- Scientific Publication .
This book provides information about the way in which nutrition, health and stimulation can influence the cognitive and social developments of children, and to what degree, including their capacity to successfully learn in schools. Presents studies that have used research to look at several issues such as parasitic infections and the effect of undernutrition on the mental development of children. Includes suggestions on policies for health and education.