The "long arm of childhood" on mortality in older adulthood in the United States and Brazil: examining the role of educational attainment and differences by gender.

Mateo P Farina, Eric T Klopack, Flavia C D Andrade

Department of Human Development and Family Sciences, Center for Aging and Population Studies, & the Population Research Center, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, United States.Department of Human Development and Family Sciences, Center for Aging and Population Studies, & the Population Research Center, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, United States. · pubmed

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Abstract

Early life conditions are associated with later life health. However, research in this area has been based on high-income countries, with limited research in low- and middle-income countries. We examine how childhood conditions are associated with mortality in older adulthood in the United States and Brazil, while evaluating the role of educational attainment and gender differences.

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Research summary

The paper claims that childhood conditions significantly influence mortality in older adulthood, with variations based on educational attainment and gender. This research is relevant as it explores the long-term effects of early life conditions on aging and mortality, contributing to the understanding of factors that may influence longevity.

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