Children's rights in healthcare: The influence of age on involvement

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Abstract

The aim of this article is to highlight the significance of actively involving young children in their own healthcare and paediatric healthcare planning. Based on a study conducted in a hospital setting, which revealed a lack of personalized care and inadequate understanding among younger children, this article discusses the potential benefits of empowering young patients. The theoretical framework explores various dimensions, including child-centred care, communication strategies, child development, and the impact of involving children in decision-making processes. By fostering children’s participation and creating a safe environment, healthcare professionals can enhance the overall quality of care and promote positive health outcomes for young patients.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSHS Web of Conferences
Subtitle of host publication9th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference Society. Health. Welfare
EditorsL. Vilka, J. Krūmiņa
PublisherEDP Sciences
Number of pages9
Volume184
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024
Event9th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference: "Society. Health. Welfare." - Riga Stradins University, Riga, Latvia
Duration: 29 Mar 202331 Mar 2023
Conference number: 9
https://rw2023.rsu.lv/events/9th-international-multidisciplinary-research-conference-societyhealthwelfare

Publication series

NameSHS Web of Conferences
ISSN (Electronic)2261-2424

Conference

Conference9th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference: "Society. Health. Welfare."
Abbreviated titleSHW
Country/TerritoryLatvia
CityRiga
Period29/03/2331/03/23
OtherResearch week 2023
Internet address

Keywords*

  • Child development
  • Child involvement
  • Child-centred care
  • Children rights
  • Decision-making
  • Healthcare planning
  • Healthcare services
  • Medical education
  • Paediatric healthcare
  • Patient empowerment

Field of Science*

  • 3.2 Clinical medicine
  • 3.3 Health sciences

Publication Type*

  • 3.1. Articles or chapters in proceedings/scientific books indexed in Web of Science and/or Scopus database

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