Teenagers with incontinence are at risk of underachieving at secondary school
(PHYSorg.com Medicine & Health)

Continence problems are among the most common paediatric health problems. It`s commonly believed that continence problems resolve with age in all children. However, severe incontinence in childhood can persist into adolescence. New research has found teenagers with incontinence are at greater risk of underachieving academically, and need more support to remove barriers so they can reach their academic potential.