Life course approach

The life course approach is a way of understanding how people's experiences, choices, and environments throughout their lives affect their health and well-being. It considers various factors, such as family, education, and socioeconomic status, and how they interact over time. By examining the connections between different life stages—from childhood to old age—this approach helps identify patterns and influences that can shape an individual's life outcomes. Ultimately, it emphasizes that our health is shaped by a lifetime of influences, rather than just individual events or decisions.