There are multiple theories indicating that the effect of hearing loss on the decline of mental health and dementia is significant. One recognized risk factor that scientists have long known is the effect of social isolation on those with hearing loss.
About 36 percent of middle school students reported being bullied, compared to 25.8 percent of high school students. Twenty-eight percent of freshmen were bullied at least once during the school year compared to 1 in 5 seniors.
Targets May Have a Different Sexual Orientation. More often than not, kids are bullied for being gay. In fact, some of the most brutal bullying incidents have involved children who are bullied for their sexual orientation. What's more, prejudicial bullying, if left unchecked can result in serious hate crimes.