How does poverty affect cognitive development?

Answer 1

There would only be an impact on the IQ if the family was so poor that the kids would not be fed enough or not enough nutrition or there would be physical changes in the brain. There are places like that on this planet of course and famine is one reason that can happen. If you live in a poor neighborhood with a bad school they might not realize how smart you are but the basic IQ is already there and can not be changed.

Behavior is influenced by many things such as parents, siblings, environment etc. This is the same regardless of where you live, rich or poor. Good behavior can be taught to anyone and is not linked to money. If the child however live in a environment where they feel they have no choice than to join a gang for survival for instance that would change his behavior because before that he probably did not dream about hurting someone and now he has to. If there are no jobs and people around you basically have given up that will also have an impact.

Answer 2

Profoundly!

Behavior can be defined in multiple ways. If one is looking at behaviors which enhance the learning process (such as reading at home, eating properly, doing homework, having good attendance, having regular and healthy sleep habits, having limit television access, etc.), children living in poverty are less likely to act in ways supportive of learning.

Conversely, children living in low income and single parent households are subjected to more negative adult interactions than children in middle and upper class homes. This has dual ramifications. Such conditions will lead some children into negative social behaviors such as bullying and fighting the consequence of which will be responses and punishments that tend to negatively impact learning. These antisocial actions will, in turn, impact other children creating fear and distractions which negatively impact their own educations.

Answer 3

Poverty can negatively impact cognitive development in children by limiting access to resources such as nutritious food, quality education, and a stimulating environment. Chronic stress associated with poverty can also impair brain development and cognitive function. Additionally, living in poverty may result in limited social and emotional support, further hindering cognitive growth.