Stress During Childhood Linked to Increased Risk of Diabetes, Poor Heart Health

A new study finds that adults who experienced high, sustained levels of stress as children were more likely to have disease indicators.

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Consistent high stress, whether real or perceived, during childhood may contribute to an increased risk of diabetes and poor heart health, a new study reports.

The study, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, reveals that when people experience stress as young children, they are more likely to be obese and are at greater risk of experiencing metabolic issues, which include diabetes and cardiovascular disease.