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Progress in Nurturing Human Well-Being.

Anthony Biglan¹, Ronald Prinz²

¹Oregon Research Institute, Eugene, OR, 97403, USA.

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Research shows many programs and policies improve children's lives by fostering nurturing environments. This special issue highlights strategies for optimal child and family development and well-being.

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Child well-being Evidence-based parenting support Nurturing environment Population health

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Behavioral and social sciences
Clinical child and family psychology

Background:

Evidence supports numerous intervention programs and policies for improving children's and families' lives.
The field has advanced in creating nurturing environments to foster development and prevent problems in children and youth.

Discussion:

Advances span multiple strategies, settings, domains, and developmental periods.
Interventions address behavioral health, parenting, cognitive functioning, nutrition, physical activity, and safety.
Focus is on creating optimal conditions for child and family nurturance.

Key Insights:

Numerous strategies exist to promote positive child development and prevent psychological issues.
Interventions are effective across diverse settings like family and schools.
A holistic approach considering multiple domains is crucial for child well-being.

Outlook:

Continued research and implementation of nurturing strategies are vital.
The special issue aims to guide future efforts toward a more nurturing society.
Focus on evidence-based practices will enhance child and family outcomes.