Middle Childhood Health Concerns
Gabriella Maisonet
Hearing
- Usually well developed by middle childhood
- By age 11 they have auditory awareness of adults
- Ear infections can be a health problem
- Ear infections can cause permanent hearing loss
Vision
- Ready to read
- Can see a object with both eyes at the same time
- Ability to focus improves
- At this age being nearsighted is a common problem
- Engaged in reading & Close Up work highers chance of being nearsighted
- 25% will need to have vision correction by the end of school year
Teeth
- Lose baby teeth
- First & Second Graders usually have toothless smiles
- By age 12 all of the 20 Primary teeth are there
- Tooth Loss can have an effect on children (Self-Consciousness)
- Common health problem is Tooth Decay
- Parents & Teachers should promote good dental health
- Children with less hygiene tend to get the most cavities
Obesity
- Common problem among school-age children
- Obesity is excessive bodily fat (20% More Than Others)
- Usually bullied so can cause impact of emotional health
- May have fewer friends
- May lack self-esteem
- Could be inherited
- If overweight as child most likely overweight as adult