The Witnesses emphasize the unbearable situation of raising their children in unstable housing. Due to economic pressures, families may move frequently, live doubled up with family or friends, or crowded into apartments that are too small. Children's HealthWatch research finds that housing insecurity (which is often an antecedent to homelessness) is related to household food insecurity, poor child health, and developmental risk. Severe housing insecurity is related to poor growth outcomes for young children.
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