How Can Parents and Caregivers Support Self Advocacy?
Parents and caregivers play a critical role in fostering self advocacy. They can:
1. Educate: Teach children about their bodies, illnesses, and treatments. 2. Encourage: Support children in asking questions and expressing their needs. 3. Model: Demonstrate how to communicate effectively with healthcare providers. 4. Provide Opportunities: Allow children to make decisions about their care, appropriate to their age and maturity level.
