Question

Jose, 7 years old, and his mother live alone in a one- bedroom apartment close to his school. Most afternoons Jose walks home alone, lets himself into their apartment, and watches television until his mother comes home from work. His favorite after-school snack consists of potato chips and a soda or fruit drink. For dinner, Jose's mother usually brings something home from a local fast food restaurant because she is "too tired to cook". She knows this isn't good for either one of them. Jose's mother is currently being treated for high blood pressure, and the pediatrician has expressed concern about Jose's continued weight gain. However, Jose's mother doesn't see how she can change anything given her work schedule and limited income.

What environmental and social factors may be contributing to the family's problems, i.e. what could be causing some of their family's problems? Identify at least 2 and explain HOW EACH affects Jose's wellness.?​

Answer 1

1. Limited income

2. Long work hours

Explanation:

1. Limited income: Jose's mother's limited income affects Jose's wellness by limiting her ability to provide healthy meals. As a result, she often brings home food from fast food restaurants, which is not nutritionally-dense. This can contribute to Jose's weight gain and his mother's high blood pressure.

2. Long work hours: Jose's mother's long work hours affect Jose's wellness by limiting the amount of time she has to cook healthy meals for Jose. She is too tired to cook after work, so she relies on fast food for dinner. This can also contribute to Jose's weight gain and his mother's high blood pressure.