Cohort study shows life-course stress increases dementia and stroke risk in older adults, indicating psychological health intervention importance.
In this cohort study, exposure to adverse experiences throughout life was associated with increased risks of dementia and stroke, with depression mediating these associations. These findings highlight the importance of implementing life-course interventions that address both psychological trauma and mental health to reduce the burden of neurovascular diseases.
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