The link between PM2.5 and ADHD held up after researchers tested other explanations
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A study found that long-term exposure to PM2.5 is significantly associated with increased childhood ADHD prevalence, even after adjusting for socioeconomic factors, temporal trends, and spatial dependencies. Despite a 50% decline in U.S. PM2.5 levels since 2000, health conditions like ADHD have not shown corresponding improvement, highlighting the persistent health risks of air pollution. Prenatal exposure to PM2.5 may contribute to ADHD through mechanisms such as oxidative stress, inflammation, and disruptions in placental function.
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