Infant and Maternal Morbidity Symptoms as Predictors for the Interruption of Exclusive Breastfeeding in Lima, Peru: A Prospective Study
The beneficial effects of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) during the first 6 months of life have been widely studied (Black et al., 2008; Kim et al., 2021; Lin et al., 2023; Victora et al., 2016; Vieira et al., 2014). Globally, between 2015 and 2021, 48% of infants 0 –5 months of age were exclusively breastfed (UNICEF, 2022). The World Health Assembly in 2012 set the goal to increase EBF rates to 50% by 2025 (WHO, 2015). This global nutrition target was recently increased to at least 70% by 2030 (WHO& UNICEF, 2019). (Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - March 14, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Marisol Vidal-Batres, Grace S. Marquis, Rossina G. Pareja Tags: Quantitative Source Type: research

Healthcare Interventions for Children Using Nonimmersive Virtual Reality: A Mixed Methods Systematic Review
Children require self-management and social skills to grow into healthy adults (Lozano& Houtrow, 2018). Self-management involves acquiring knowledge and skills to set health goals and plan accordingly (Bravo et al., 2020; Lozano& Houtrow, 2018). Social skills enable effective communication, relationship building, and cooperation with others (Masten et al., 1995). Pediatric nurse practitioners (PNPs) play a crucial role in fostering these skills, vital for child development, to support children's growth (Seeley& Lindeke, 2017; Small et al., 2009). (Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - March 8, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Hyeseon Yun, Mina Park, Hooyun Lee, Eun Kyoung Choi Tags: Systematic Reviews Source Type: research

The Influences of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Social Support on Male Teenagers ’ Gaming Motivation: A Moderated Network Analysis
Online gaming is presently a popular activity among individuals of all age groups. A survey showed that about 3 billion people played online games in 2022 (Statista, 2022). Male teenagers play online games for extensive periods of time, making them more vulnerable to gaming-related health problems (GRHPs) than female teenagers (Jia Yuin, 2018; Stevens et al., 2020). GRHPs and internet gaming disorder are identified in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) and the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), which include new criteria for the diagnosis of gaming disorde...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - March 6, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Ling Wang, Yanyuan Chen, Zhen Li, Yuhong Zhou, Jiayu Li, Xin Lv, Zhixiang Yu, Xuemei Gao Tags: Quantitative Source Type: research

Exploring Hesitancy, Motivations, and Practical Issues for COVID-19 Vaccination Among Vaccine-Hesitant Adopter Parents Using the Increasing Vaccination Model
This study explores factors influencing hesitancy and the facilitators that helped hesitant adopter parents choose to vaccinate their children against COVID-19 despite their hesitancy. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - March 2, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Rachel S. Purvis, Ramey Moore, Don E. Willis, Ji Li, James P. Selig, Shashank Kraleti, Tabasum Imran, Pearl A. McElfish Tags: Qualitative Source Type: research

Sex and Racial/Ethnic Differences in School Security Measures, Bullying Victimization, and Perceived School Safety: Implications for Pediatric Health Care
Using the 2017 National Crime Victimization Survey dataset, this study examined the association between the types of school security measures and students ’ bullying victimization and perceived school safety. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Jun Sung Hong, Dong Ha Kim, Anthony A. Peguero, Robert Thornberg, Sana Naveed Tags: Article Source Type: research

Health Equity and Children With Medical Complexity/Children and Youth With Special Health Care Needs: A Scoping Review
A scoping review was conducted to systematically map the research on children with medical complexity and children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN) surrounding health equity. Fifteen articles were reviewed with focus on: access to care, quality of life and well-being, and insurance challenges/financing. Findings suggest CYSHCN require more and different types of services than those for typically developing children and youth, yet the current system is not ensuring access to these services. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Elizabeth A. Flasch Tags: SI: DEIB: Research Source Type: research

Application of an Antiracism Framework to Improve Pediatric APRN Education
Health disparities persist despite increased access to health benefits, technological advances, and disease screening improvements that promote early diagnosis. Health disparities are strongly correlated with adverse social determinants of health (SDOH) that arise from social, environmental, and economic inequities, including racism at all levels. These inequities include limited access to healthy food, quality education, safe neighborhoods, and opportunities for economic advancement. The impact of adverse SDOH on a person's health is cumulative and disproportionately affects poor people and people from racial and ethnic h...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Jeremy Jordan, Tedra Smith, Elizabeth Crooks, Felesia Bowen Tags: SI: DEIB: Review Source Type: research

Through the Looking Glass: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: A Call for Action from the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners
In response to growing health disparities, social inequities, structural racism, and discrimination, the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners established a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Taskforce. In 2020, this group transitioned into a national committee to infuse equity across the organization and empower pediatric-focused advanced practice registered nurses as agents of change to address health disparities. Emphasizing the critical need for understanding health disparities in the context of racism and discrimination, this committee champions a paradigm shift, transcending educational initiatives, adv...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Asma A. Taha, Felesia Bowen, Jeremy Jordan, Avis Johnson-Smith, Bianca Salvetti, Kimberly Yue, Petula Wilson, Maria C. Woosley, Nutrena Tate Tags: SI: DEIB: Review Source Type: research

Addressing School Connectedness, Belonging, and Culturally Appropriate Care for Newly Immigrated Students and Families
School connectedness is the degree to which students experience acceptance, inclusion, and care by school personnel and peers. A sense of belonging incorporates an emotional connection to the community. School connectedness and belonging are protective factors that promote student engagement, accomplishment, and community performance. Despite the rise in students from immigrant families in the United States, belonging and connectedness for youth from diverse cultural and linguistic experiences are understudied. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Ellen M. McCabe, Jeannine Kaskoun, Sheryl Bennett, Mikki Meadows-Oliver, Krista Schroeder Tags: SI: DEIB: Review Source Type: research

Standing in Solidarity
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Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Anne Derouin Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research

Time to Tend the Soil
Thank you for leading in publishing this special issue on diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belonging. As I have been reflecting on these essential elements of humanity amid our present realities, I wanted to share some thoughts. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Patricia A. Barfield Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research

Gender-Affirming Care in a Transgender Young Woman With Li-Fraumeni Syndrome: A Case Report
The number of youths who identify with a gender different from their sex designated at birth is increasing. Youth account for about 4% of all cancer diagnoses in the United States. Some youths may want gender-affirming medical treatment, such as puberty blockers and/or hormone therapy, which may exacerbate cancer and/or increase cancer development risk. No studies assess the impact of estrogen-based treatment in gender-diverse youth with a history of Li-Fraumeni syndrome. This case report will discuss gender-affirming care and shared decision-making in a youth with a history of Li-Fraumeni syndrome and increased risk for b...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Bianca Salvetti, Elizabeth Kidde Tags: SI: DEIB: Case Report Source Type: research

An Innovative Educational Intervention for Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Faculty to Meet Social Justice Curriculum Standards
The association between adverse childhood experiences and negative health outcomes is a public health concern, particularly affecting disadvantaged groups and contributing to health disparities. Pediatric nurse practitioners are well-positioned to address this issue, emphasizing the importance of incorporating social justice concepts into nursing education to develop a pediatric workforce with the necessary skills to curb health disparities. However, evidence-based approaches to incorporating these concepts into pediatric nursing education are limited. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Aaron M. Eisen, Ahmed Q. Abdul-Rahman, Sarah Dykes, Martha Driessnack, Asma A. Taha Tags: SI: DEIB: Review Source Type: research

NAPNAP Position Statement on Child Maltreatment
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Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research

The Inequality of Pain Control in Patients With Pain From Sickle Cell Disease: A Case Report
Approximately 100,000 people in the United States are affected by Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). Acute pain and chronic pain are common and are experienced by everyone with SCD. Children and adolescents who had pain from SCD reported daily pain, decreased function, missed school/workdays, and limited participation in recreational and social activities. This case report aims to highlight the lack of diversity, equity, and inclusion of pain control through the lens of a patient with SCD to improve clinical practice. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Health Care - February 28, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Cherie Cofield, Keonna Tolbert Tyner Tags: SI: DEIB: Case Report Source Type: research