Effects of Long-Term Lead Poisoning. Lead poisoning can lead to a variety of health problems in kids, including: decreased bone and muscle growth. poor muscle coordination. damage to the nervous system, kidneys, and/or hearing. speech and language problems.
Problems faced by people who are homeless. The basic problem of homelessness is the human need for personal shelter, warmth and safety, which can be literally vital. Other basic difficulties include: personal security, quiet, and privacy, especially for sleeping.
Family problems: Many youth run away, and in turn become homeless, due to problems in the home, including physical and sexual abuse, mental health disorders of a family member, substance abuse and addiction of a family member, and parental neglect.