Who tends to go through the drowning process faster?

Children tend to go through the drowning process faster due to several physiological and behavioral factors. Firstly, children typically have less body mass compared to adults, which means they may struggle more with buoyancy and quickly lose the ability to stay afloat if they encounter difficulties. Their smaller lung capacity also means they can take in water more quickly, leading to a faster onset of panic and physiological drowning responses.

Furthermore, children often lack the same level of swimming skills and awareness of their surroundings as older individuals, which increases their risks in water situations. They may underestimate danger, leading them to find themselves in perilous situations without the ability to effectively respond.

These factors cumulatively contribute to why children are at a higher risk and tend to go through the drowning process more rapidly compared to adults, teenagers, or senior citizens, who may have greater physical capabilities, experience, or training.