B3 Environmental factors that affect development

• Exposure to pollution – respiratory disorders, cardiovascular problems, allergies.

Asthma - Ella Kissi-Debrah case https://www.asthma.org.uk/advice/triggers/pollution/

• Poor housing conditions – respiratory disorders Awaab Ishak case

• , cardio vascular problems, hypothermia, and anxiety and depression. Covered in "Poor Kids" documentary too.

• Access to health and social care services – availability of transport, opening hours of services, ability to understand the needs and requirements of particular services.

1. Explain how each of the above can affect P.I.E.S development.

Exam questions

Scenario

Julia’s mother died from heart disease in her early fifties. Investigations showed that there was a family history of high blood cholesterol on her mother’s side. Julia has already been diagnosed with high blood cholesterol. She and her family live in a small house in a deprived area close to an industrial estate. Unemployment is high and crime and vandalism is common.

Exam question

Using the information given about Julia and your own knowledge, discuss how both genetic factors and the environment may account for Julia’s current state of health. (10 marks)

Scenario

Julia is 47 years old and has two children. Sarah is 14 years old and David is two years old. David’s physical development is monitored by a health visitor.

The family live in poor housing.

Exam question

Outline the ways in which this might affect their physical health. (6 marks)