Like culture groups, people are associated with their age groups. In this chapter, age as it relates to students and education is addressed. Poverty affects an estimated 10-11% of Americans. However, it is concerning to see the large numbers of children, 18%, who live in poverty. Low income children may have inadequate housing, nutrition, and medical care.
Kids Count is an annual report that lists states rankings in at-risk areas, such as child death rates, high school drop outs, and single parent families. Child abuse is another issue affecting more than 2.5 million cases per year. Sudden changes in behavior, lack of adult supervision, and passive or withdrawn behavior could be warning signs of child abuse.
Adolescence involves youth between the ages of 13 and 18 years old. At-Risk youth behaviors may include substance abuse, suicide, and violence. Some possible signs of substance abuse could include changes in sleep patterns, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, and weight changes. As an educator, it is important to understand age and
and its issues, as they relate to our students.
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