There are multiple theories indicating that the effect of hearing loss on the decline of mental health and dementia is significant. One recognized risk factor that scientists have long known is the effect of social isolation on those with hearing loss.
About 36 percent of middle school students reported being bullied, compared to 25.8 percent of high school students. Twenty-eight percent of freshmen were bullied at least once during the school year compared to 1 in 5 seniors.
The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time.â Bullying affects nearly 30 percent of children in grades six through 12. The Duke research team found that victims of bullying have a higher rate of: 1  agoraphobia, an anxiety disorder. 2  generalized anxiety disorder. 3  panic disorder.