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Food Insecurity Linked to Cognitive Struggles in Teens

4/15/2025

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Adolescents from food-insecure households may struggle with cognitive disengagement, like daydreaming and confusion, according to research from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. While no direct connection to ADHD symptoms was identified, the study sheds light on the hidden mental health challenges faced by nearly 14 million families in the U.S.

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Adolescents from food-insecure households may struggle with cognitive disengagement, like daydreaming and confusion, according to research from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. While no direct connection to ADHD symptoms was identified, the study sheds light on the hidden mental health challenges faced by nearly 14 million families in the U.S.