Positive experiences can reduce obesity risk in children with trauma

RNZ1NewsTuesday 14 January 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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New research indicates that children who undergo early traumatic experiences face a higher risk of obesity. However, Auckland University senior research fellow Ladan Hashemi suggests that this risk can be mitigated through positive childhood experiences.

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First reported by RNZ, Tue 14 Jan 2025, 11:17am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 19 hours
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    Children with traumatic experiences have a higher risk of obesity – but this can be turned around (opens in new tab)

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    Research links childhood trauma to obesity — but this can be turned around (opens in new tab)