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Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences on Hearing Impairment: The Mediating Influence of Sleep Disorders in a Chinese Population

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  • Huan Chen

  • November 18, 2025

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    Adverse childhood experiences (ACE) significantly impact physical and mental health, with higher ACE scores linked to increased health risks.

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    This study investigates the mediating role of sleep disorders in the relationship between ACE and hearing loss in a Chinese population.

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    Data from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) was utilized, focusing on adults aged 45 and older.

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    Sleep disorders are common among individuals with ACE histories, potentially influencing the risk of hearing loss.

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    The findings aim to inform public health interventions targeting sleep to mitigate the effects of ACE on hearing impairment.

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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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