Book chapters

This chapter provides an overview of neurodevelopmental disabilities, emphasizing their lifelong impact, diverse etiologies, and the importance of early genetic testing and individualized, context-aware interventions. It aligns with SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) by promoting comprehensive care and lifelong health planning, and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by advocating equitable access to diagnostic tools, targeted treatments, and inclusive approaches that optimize functional and societal participation goals

This chapter aligns with UN SDG goal 3, emphasizing the link between a healthy diet and disease prevention

Engaging in philanthropic activities is being pursued by many well-established supply chains. Donations are a form of charitable activities that not only promote the social responsibility of a corporation but also enhance its public image, which in turn creates more benefits for the supply chain. Prosocial preferences of customers are considered the primary drivers that persuade supply chains to donate. In this chapter, various donation programs within supply chains are introduced, and the challenges associated with them are briefly discussed.

This chapter aligns with SDG Goal 5: Gender Equality and Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being by emphasizing the importance of understanding sex and gender differences in Alzheimer’s disease risk, progression, and treatment, and highlighting the need for equitable research and interventions to improve health outcomes for women.