Poverty
Does a family have more or less income that is needed?
Less income
What does hunger impact in a child?
Cognitive development
Cognitive and Physical
Actions to prevent poverty are necessary.
True
Poverty is
When a family is unable to meet the basic needs of the household.
What can hunger and poor nutrition lead to?
Highest level of education for children living in poverty
High school education
What is an example of a intervention program?
Family check-ups
How many individuals are in poverty?
Almost 40 million people
How does poverty impact hunger and malnutrition?
Children experience lower academics in school due to
Harder concentration
What is the main benefit of positive part-child relationships?
Improves child development
Poverty leads to
Lower educational development
How many kids are malnourished in the United States?
About 150 million
Increasing poverty in a childhood home leads to...
What are social actions?
Support/comfort from friends and family
How many children are impacted by poverty in the United States?
11 million
What is Legacy for Children's approach?
Aids parents in improving their Childs health and development.
The main mental illness children develop from living in poverty.
ADHD
Social, Positive parent-child relationships, Intervention programs