Education Commons^™

The Negative Effects Of Growing Up In Poverty On Brain Development And What Teachers Can Do To Level The Playing Field, Jamie L. Leaf

All Electronic Theses and Dissertations

This literature review was conducted to answer two questions. What are the negative effects of growing up in poverty on brain development and how can teachers level the playing field? The following chapters highlight the areas of the brain most effected by poverty, the functions of those specific areas, along with the negative side effects that come with having underdeveloped portions of the brain. Some of the negative side effects include impulsivity, lack of decision-making, weakened working memory, and difficulty with reading comprehension. Subsequently, there will be specific interventions that can aid in bridging the gap between low-income and middle- …