YOUNG BODIES, VULNERABLE ENVIRONMENTS

A concise, evidence-based guide exploring how air pollution and chemical exposures affect children's physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Drawing on the latest research, real-world case studies, and practical advice for parents, educators, and policymakers, this book explains sources of risk (indoor/outdoor air pollutants, household chemicals, pesticides, and industrial contaminants), vulnerable windows of development, and the biological mechanisms that link exposure to outcomes. It offers clear strategies for reducing exposure, advocating for safer environments, and supporting affected children