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As the twig is bent.

J J Stretch1, L W Kreuger

  • 1School of Social Research, St. Louis University.

Health Progress (Saint Louis, Mo.)
|May 9, 1990
PubMed
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Homeless children face significant health challenges, including infectious diseases and developmental issues. These children experience higher rates of chronic conditions and cognitive deficits compared to their housed peers.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Homelessness presents unique health challenges for families, particularly children.
  • Homeless children exhibit increased susceptibility to infectious diseases and require more immunizations.
  • Growth and developmental problems are more prevalent in homeless children compared to those in stable environments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the health status and developmental challenges of homeless children.
  • To identify common health issues and disparities in this vulnerable population.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of healthcare data from clinics located at homeless shelters.
  • Healthcare screenings and intelligence testing administered to homeless children.
  • Demographic data collection on homeless families, including reasons for homelessness.

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Main Results:

  • The average age of homeless children studied was 4.9 years, with over four months of homelessness.
  • Top 10 diagnoses included chronic conditions like asthma and anemia, alongside growth and developmental deficits.
  • Common ailments such as colds and lice were prevalent.
  • Homeless children demonstrated three times the expected rate of cognitive and developmental problems.

Conclusions:

  • Homelessness significantly impacts children's health, leading to a higher burden of both acute and chronic conditions.
  • Cognitive and developmental deficits are substantially more common in homeless children.
  • Interventions are needed to address the health and developmental needs of homeless children.