WHAT HAPPENS WHEN

CHILDREN ARE HUNGRY

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Feeding America reports

the children in families

suffering from food insecurity:

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• Have increased potential for long term consequences

• Are vulnerable to poor health and stunted development from the earliest stages of life

• May have more frequent instances of oral health problems

• Are prone to poor physical quality of life, which may prevent them from fully engaging in daily activities such as school and social interaction with peers

• May be at higher risk for behavioral issues and social difficulties

• May be at greater risk of truancy and school tardiness.

• May experience increases in an array of behavior problems in school including: fighting, hyperactivity, aggression, anxiety, mood swings, and bullying.

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