Children of divorced parents face a 61% higher stroke risk in later life, study finds.

Children whose parents divorced during their childhood have a 61% higher risk of stroke in later life, according to a study of over 13,000 Americans aged 65 and older. Researchers found the link persisted even after considering other risk factors like smoking and childhood abuse, suggesting that stress from parental separation may impact long-term health. The study, published in PLOS One, proposes that early intervention and support for children of divorced parents could help mitigate these risks.

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