Literacy Quote by Michael Sullivan
““ProLiteracy Worldwide’s “President’s Report on the State of Adult Literacy 2006” found that 70 percent of prison inmates in America lacked basic literacy.2 The Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology reported “robust links between severe, persistent reading problems and increased risk for depressed mood” in boys age seven to ten.3 We now have evidence that the inability to read is a risk factor for depression. Reading is powerful; not reading is dangerous.””
About This Quote
Source Report: ProLiteracy Worldwide President’s Report on Adult Literacy 2006
Illiteracy is linked to higher depression risk; reading is protective.
In simple terms: Reading prevents depression, illiteracy raises risk.
Key Takeaway
Promote literacy education.
Themes
education
mental health
social justice
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
advocacy
informative
When to use this quote
- schools
- prisons
- community centers
- policy making
Key Concepts
public health
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities support adult learners?
- What policies can reduce illiteracy?
A Different Perspective
Implementing literacy programs can face funding challenges.
