极端热能会损害幼儿的学习,特别是在贫穷的城市地区。 Extreme heat harms young children's learning, especially in poor urban areas.

接触极端热,特别是温度超过30摄氏度(86摄氏度)的温度,与3至4岁儿童识字率和算术技能较低有关,这是儿童基金会在六个国家支持的一项研究。 Exposure to extreme heat, especially temperatures above 30°C (86°F), is linked to lower literacy and numeracy skills in children aged 3 to 4, a UNICEF-backed study across six countries found. 月平均高32°C(90°F),使发展进展减少2.8%至12.2%,即使考虑到贫穷和教育因素。 Monthly average highs of 32°C (90°F) reduced developmental progress by 2.8% to 12.2%, even after accounting for poverty and education. 在第一个三个月,特别是33°C(91°F)时,热暴露也使发育准备状态降低5.6%。 Heat exposure in the first trimester, particularly at 33°C (91°F), also lowered developmental readiness by 5.6%. 在较贫穷、缺乏冷却或清洁水的城市住户中,影响更为严重。 The effects were more severe in poorer, urban households lacking cooling or clean water. 专家警告早期的挫折可能随时间推移而扩大,威胁终身学习。 Experts warn early setbacks may widen over time, threatening lifelong learning. 虽然气候变化是关键的威胁倍增因素,但研究人员注意到冲突等其他压力因素可能会影响结果。 While climate change is a key threat multiplier, researchers note other stressors like conflict may influence results. 需要进一步研究,以了解各种机制并指导有效的政策。 Further study is needed to understand the mechanisms and guide effective policies.