Poverty
What is considered the all-around poorest city/town in North Carolina
Boone, NC
What are the three most common stereotypes about people in poverty?
Drugs, Violence, and Family turmoil (While they can happen, it is not associated with every situation)
Families living in poverty may struggle to afford or access quality ___________, including mental health treatment
Healthcare services
What is the median household income for the city in question?
$22,434
Child development is impacted by poverty in several different ways. Socially, these effects result from people's ability to access what? (3 possible answers)
opportunities, services, and education
Witnessing or being a victim of _________ can contribute to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or other trauma-related disorders.
Violence
What is the total number of employed individuals living below the poverty line (Minimum: 1,000 - Maximum: 5,000)
2,841
How much on average do people wih major depression spend on their condition? (Range: $5000 - $14,000)
$10,836
Economic hardship can lead to ________ for children, as they may not have the resources to participate in extracurricular activities or social events.
Social Isolation
What percent of individuals under 18 live below the poverty line in the city in question
36.0%
Besides Behavioral Health issues, what can poverty lead to?
Physical health problems, Emotional distress, Deficits in cognition.
Children living in ________ often face chronic stress due to unstable living conditions, financial insecurity, and exposure to adverse childhood experiences.
Poverty
What is a significant risk factor for developing mental health issues in children that stems from economic hardship during their early years?
Childhood poverty
What percent of individuals live below the poverty line in the city in question?
53%
Name the three most common Behavioral Health Disorders associated with poverty.
Depression, Anxiety, Schizophrenia
Poverty is often associated with lower academic achievement and limited _______ opportunities.
Educational
Who is the best professor at NC State?
Dr. Lynn