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Variation in Generational Perceptions of Child Health and Well-being.
Gary L Freed1, Matthew M Davis2, Dianne C Singer1
1CHEAR Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI.
Academic Pediatrics
|September 19, 2017
Summary
Adults perceive current child health and well-being negatively compared to their own youth. Most believe children
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Child Development
Background:
- Adults' perceptions shape societal priorities for child welfare.
- Understanding intergenerational views on child health is crucial for policy development.
Purpose of the Study:
- Assess adult perceptions of current child health and well-being.
- Compare contemporary child well-being to respondents' own youth.
- Investigate intergenerational differences in these perceptions.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional, internet-based survey.
- Nationally representative household sample (US population).
- Assessed perceptions of physical/mental health, education, diet, healthcare, safety, and emotional support.
Main Results:
- Only 26% believe current child physical health is better; 14% for mental health.
- Older generations more likely to perceive current child physical health as better.
- 15% believe future good mental health prospects are better now.
Conclusions:
- Adults perceive children's health as not meeting the 'American Dream' of progress.
- Focus on aging populations must be balanced with investment in children's future health.
- Addressing declining perceptions of child well-being is vital for national future.
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