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.
1 70.4% of school staff have seen bullying. 2  62% witnessed bullying two or more times in the last month and 41% witness bullying once a week or more. 13. 3  When bystanders intervene, bullying stops within 10 seconds 57% of the time. 14. 4  Been Cyberbullied 6% of students in grades 6â12 experienced cyberbullying.