Developmental Aspects of Unintentional Injury Prevention Among Youth: Implications for Practice

Abstract

Unintentional injuries, the leading cause of morbidity and mortality among youth in the United States, are burdensome and costly to society. Continued prevention efforts to reduce rates of unintentional injury remain imperative. We emphasized the role of practitioner influence across a linear concept of injury prevention comprising delivery, practice, and application/generalization and within the context of child developmental factors. Specific strategies for injury prevention tailored to the cognitive development stage of the patient are provided. This information may be useful to health care practitioners, who have significant interaction with youth and their families.

Advancements in Technology-Based Assessment and Intervention for Children with Developmental Disorders

“…Besides, recognition of forensic odontology among dental practitioners is indispensable, as it can contribute to identifying cases of child abuse (Preethi et al, 2011). Accidental injuries are a substantial contributor to illness and death in the youth population, stressing the importance of implementing effective prevention strategies (Barton et al, 2017). Reflective practice in social work is crucial, but it is essential to acknowledge the boundaries to contemplation to prevent misinterpretations (Ferguson, 2018).…”

“…In the other hand, it is vital for dental practitioners to be aware of forensic odontology in order to identify and address cases of child abuse. Additionally, addressing unintentional injuries among youth requires effective preventive strategies to reduce the burden on society (Barton et al, 2017). Reflective practice in the field of social work is crucial, however, it is imperative to acknowledge the limitations of reflection in order to prevent misunderstandings and unrealistic expectations (Ferguson, 2018).…”

BASE: Pragmatic Injury Prevention for Practitioners

“…Health practitioners are primary stakeholders in the problem of unintentional injury and can play a part in injury prevention. 2,3 However, practitioners do not generally have a significant amount of time to devote to prevention efforts and theory-based approaches to assist practitioners are lacking. 4 Our goal is to provide a simple method for injury prevention applicable in a short amount of time.…”