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Adverse childhood experiences and hearing loss: the mediating role of sleep disorders in a Chinese cohort

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  • Huan Chen

  • November 18, 2025

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Objective:

To investigate whether sleep disorders mediate the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACE) and hearing loss (HL) among middle-aged and older adults in China.

Key Findings:
  • Higher ACE scores were associated with increased risk of hearing loss.
  • Sleep disorders were a significant mediator in the relationship between ACE and hearing loss.
  • Individuals with higher ACE scores reported more sleep disturbances.
Interpretation:

The findings suggest that sleep disorders play a crucial role in the pathway linking adverse childhood experiences to hearing impairment, indicating potential targets for public health interventions.

Limitations:
  • The study relies on self-reported data, which may introduce bias affecting the reliability of findings.
  • The cross-sectional nature of some data limits causal inferences.
  • The sample may not be fully representative of all age groups or regions in China.
Conclusion:

Addressing sleep disorders may mitigate the impact of adverse childhood experiences on hearing loss, highlighting the need for targeted public health strategies.

Original Source(s)

Adverse childhood experiences and hearing loss: the mediating role of sleep disorders in a Chinese cohort

  • by Huan Chen

  • November 18, 2025

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