What is ‘food insecurity' and what impact does it have on the children who experience it?
What will be an ideal response?
Food insecurity exists for people who do not always have access to the nutritious food needed to meet their basic needs (Franklin et al., 2012). When food is not consistently available, adults and children may adopt the strategy of overeating when it is. This pattern of feast and famine can result in weight gain over time. It is estimated that one in seven American households experience food insecurity. Low-income, ethnic minority, and female-headed households are at the greatest risk, and adolescents may be even more vulnerable than younger children (Franklin et al., 2012). Food insecurity is associated with higher rates of illness, lower academic achievement, and more aggression, withdrawal, and emotional distress (Ashiabi & O'Neal, 2008).
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