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.
Taken as a whole, the evidence suggests that roughly _____ of the homeless suffer from severe mental illness (schizophrenic and mood disorders), and that another _____ or more are struggling with alcohol and drug problems. one-third; one-third.