In South Korea, the number of children receiving human growth hormone (HGH) treatment has significantly increased over the past five years. Originally developed for children with growth disorders, HGH injections are now being used more widely ? even by children with no medical issues ? purely to increase height.
A 2019 report by The Power News revealed that one in six children receiving HGH treatment was already taller than the average for their age. This finding reflects how strongly height is valued in Korean society. The growing trend of using HGH for non-medical reasons raises serious concerns, especially given that long-term studies on its effectiveness and safety are still limited and often inconclusive.
As this trend continues, it may be time to question whether societal pressures surrounding appearance and height are becoming excessive. It also invites a broader discussion about the values we promote and the messages we send young people about self-worth and success.
Surim For The Junior Times junior/1750661873/1678407625
1. Who is the treatment originally for?
2. Why are more children using HGH now?
3. Are long-term studies on HGH complete?
4. What issue does this trend raise in society?
1. Do you think height is very important?
2. Should appearance decide a person’s value?
3. What makes someone truly confident?
4. Have you ever worried about how you look?
In South Korea, the number of children receiving human growth hormone (HGH) treatment has significantly increased over the past five years. Originally developed for children with growth disorders, HGH injections are now being used more widely ? even by children with no medical issues ? purely to increase height.
