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Study Links ADHD Risk to Childhood Maltreatment and Gender

7/22/2025

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A recent study uncovers a troubling link between high genetic risk for ADHD in children and increased likelihood of childhood maltreatment, especially when parents have psychiatric issues. Alarmingly, girls are disproportionately affected due to societal pressures. This highlights the urgent need to address both genetic and environmental factors to protect these vulnerable children.

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Story summary

A recent study uncovers a troubling link between high genetic risk for ADHD in children and increased likelihood of childhood maltreatment, especially when parents have psychiatric issues. Alarmingly, girls are disproportionately affected due to societal pressures. This highlights the urgent need to address both genetic and environmental factors to protect these vulnerable children.