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.
How Many Kids Get Bullied a Year? There are other concerning statistics of physical bullying that people should read up on soon. They should be aware that of those kids that report being bullied, roughly 14% tend to have a negative reaction to it. This is a sizable portion of the student body and should be considered by teachers and those in charge.