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Impact of lead poisoning on school academic performance in children

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Dr. Gururaja R
» doi: 10.48047/ecb/2023.12.8.105

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Aim: To assess impact of lead poisoning on school academic performance in children. Methodology: One hundred thirty children of both genders were enrolled. 5 ml of venous blood was collected and the level of blood lead was determined using atomic absorption spectrometry and micro sample flame atomization.The Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire (SDQ)19, the Development and Well-being Assessment (DAWBA)20, and the Anti-social Behaviour Interview (ASBI)21 were used to evaluate the behaviour of children and attention was evaluated using the Test of Everyday Attention for Children (TEACh). The outcomes of tests were used to determine the children's educational performance.

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