Disadvantaged environments found to impact brain development and mental health
New research has found that children raised in disadvantaged neighborhoods face a significantly higher risk of developing depression, highlighting the profound influence of environment on mental health.
The study points to factors such as elevated crime rates, economic deprivation, and limited access to supportive community resources as key contributors. These environmental stressors are believed to affect brain development during critical early years, potentially increasing vulnerability to mood disorders later in life.
Researchers emphasize the importance of addressing social inequalities and investing in community infrastructure to support children’s mental and emotional wellbeing. The findings add to a growing body of evidence underscoring the connection between social environment and long-term psychological health.
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