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Seniors who are children of divorce face greater stroke risk, study finds

Seniors face a 61% higher risk of stroke if their parents divorced during their childhood or teenage years, according to a study published in the journal PLOS One.
The increased stroke risk is similar to well-known factors like diabetes and depression, as stated by lead researcher Mary Kate Schilke.
The study analyzed data from over 13,200 seniors aged 65 and older, finding that 14% were children of divorce, with over 7% having suffered a stroke.
Researchers noted that stress hormones from childhood divorce may have long-lasting health impacts, suggesting divorce could be added to known stroke risk factors.

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Forbes

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Philly Voice

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Seniors who are children of divorce face greater stroke risk, study finds

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2 months ago·Washington, United States

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NZ Herald

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The Sun

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