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Observations link adverse childhood experiences and emotional distress to gastrointestinal symptoms in youth, suggesting psychosocial support may improve care.
Household mental illness and economic insecurity were the strongest ACEs associated with GI symptoms in US youth. Emotional distress and perceived environmental safety mitigated these associations. Integrating psychosocial and contextual factors into evaluation of recurrent GI symptoms may improve care and identify targets for early intervention.
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