Noise Pollution - by Ajinkya Dalavi ( Blog - 1)

 Noise pollution, or sound pollution, is unwanted or disturbing sounds that can affect the health and well-being of humans and other living organisms. It can be caused by machinery, loud music, noisy vehicles, and other things. Noise pollution can damage your hearing, cause headaches, sleep loss, and even high blood pressure. It may also lead to other health problems, including:

stress related illnesses, speech interference, irritability, anxiety, mental fatigue, sleep disruption, and lost productivity. 

Not all sound is considered noise pollution. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines noise above 65 decibels (dB) as noise pollution. To be precise, noise becomes harmful when it exceeds 75 decibels (dB) and is painful above 120 dB.

How Does Noise Pollution Affect Children?

Noise pollution can also cause hearing damage and other health problems in children and teens. They’re at risk for higher resting blood pressure and stress levels.

It affects their education, too. Kids who learn in noisy areas are more likely to have trouble with reading and language skills.

To help your child avoid these issues:

Keep study time quiet. Don’t play background music while they do schoolwork. Even "white noise" can be disruptive. Noise-canceling headphones might be a good option for some kids.

Create a quiet space. Designate a quiet space for your child to do activities that require concentration, like studying. They should go elsewhere for loud playing or other noisy activities.

Sleep in silence. At bedtime, turn off any music in the house, turn down the TV, and avoid loud conversation. Try to keep your child's bedroom quiet.