- Moving house during childhood can lead to a higher risk of mental health issues later in life, according to a new study.
- Children who moved just once between the ages of 10 and 15 were found to be 41% more likely to suffer from depression.
- Those who moved twice or more had a 61% increased risk of developing depression.
- Factors such as building social networks and adapting to new environments can contribute to the negative impacts of moving frequently on mental health.
- The study, conducted in Denmark, suggests that global policies supporting settled childhoods are essential to prevent mental illness in later life, particularly for vulnerable groups like children in care or military families.
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