Hypermetabolism linked to early-life adversity can be harmful in long term: Study
A study published in Biological Psychiatry suggests that early-life adversity can lead to hypermetabolism in mitochondria. While this increased energy production helps cells cope with stress, it may cause long-term physical and mental health issues.
Why it matters
Understanding the biological link between childhood trauma and cellular function could lead to earlier medical interventions for age-related diseases.
Mitochondria, responsible for producing energy in a cell, may have an increased respiratory capacity in adults who experienced adversities in early childhood but the hypermetabolism can be harmful in the long term, according to a study.
The article reports on scientific findings from a peer-reviewed journal without political or social commentary.
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