Teens exposed to air pollution more likely to experience psychotic episodes, new study says

Air pollution may have more long-term effects on teens than previously thought. A new study conducted in the UK found that adolescents who are exposed to pollutants, such as nitrogen oxides, harmful particles, and nitrogen dioxide, are more likely to experience psychotic episodes during their teen years. People living in densely populated, urban areas have increased risks of having clinical psychosis. This includes disorders like schizophrenia. Prior to the new study, researchers had yet to...

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