Negative Effects Of Poverty On Children

Living in poverty could negatively affect the children. Due to their standard of living, they are more susceptible to asthma because of poor ventilation, and pneumonia because of minimal insulation or lack thereof. Surprisingly, children are also more exposed to developing obesity because the “healthier” (non processed) foods are fairly expensive. They also do not have the means of participating in extracurricular activities. The children are often ridiculed because of the way they dress as well. This combination can lead to a loss of self esteem, motivation, pleasurable progression, and could cause them to be unable to cope with stressful situations. They are more likely to develop psychological problems that could have a longer lasting effect