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.
â¢ One in four kids is bullied. â¢ Fifty percent of kids are bullied, and 10 percent are bullied on a regular basis. â¢ Seventy-four percent of 8- to 11-year-olds said teasing and bullying occurs at their schools. â¢ Seventy-seven percent of students say they've been bullied recently.