The impact of early adversity on later life health, lifestyle, and cognition.

Morgane Künzi, D A Gheorghe, J Gallacher, S Bauermeister

Dementias Platform UK, Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Warneford Hospital, Oxford, OX3 7JX, UK. [email protected]. · pubmed

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Abstract

Early life adversity has been shown to have long-lasting detrimental effects on a variety of biopsychosocial outcomes. Early adversity and its consequences may directly or indirectly affect cognitive aging and increase the risk of developing dementia in older age. Investigating the biopsychosocial outcomes associated with early adverse experiences is essential to inform health policies and promote healthy cognitive development across the life course.

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Research summary

The paper addresses the long-term effects of early life adversity on health outcomes, including cognitive aging and dementia risk, which are relevant to longevity research. However, it primarily focuses on the consequences of early adversity rather than exploring root causes of aging or interventions that could extend lifespan. The findings contribute to understanding the biopsychosocial factors influencing aging but do not present significant advancements or breakthroughs in the field.

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