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.
About 35 percent of kids have been threatened online. About 58 percent of kids and teens have reported that something mean has been said about them or to them online. Other bullying statistics show that about 77 percent of students have admitted to being the victim of one type of bullying or another. The American Justice Department bullying statistics show that one out of ever 4 kids will be bullied sometime throughout their adolescence.