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Research estimates 151 million psychiatric cases from lead exposure in the US

Last updated: December 4, 2024 6:33 am
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The use of leaded gasoline in the United States has had a lasting impact on the mental health of generations of Americans. In 1923, lead was first added to gasoline to improve car engine performance, but this decision had detrimental effects on public health. A recent study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry reveals the extent of the damage caused by childhood exposure to lead from car exhaust.

The research, conducted by Aaron Reuben from Duke University and his colleagues at Florida State University, estimates that 151 million cases of psychiatric disorders in the past 75 years can be attributed to lead exposure. Lead is a neurotoxic substance that can harm brain cells and alter brain function, particularly in young children who are more vulnerable to its effects.

Although leaded gasoline was banned in 1996, anyone born before that year, especially during the peak of leaded gas use in the 1960s and 1970s, likely experienced high levels of lead exposure during childhood. The consequences of this exposure include increased rates of mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

Lead exposure is also associated with changes in personality traits such as neuroticism and conscientiousness at the population level. The study suggests that lead exposure from the past can have long-lasting effects on health, including lower IQs, increased risk of mental health issues, and other long-term health impairments like cardiovascular disease.

To quantify the impact of lead exposure on mental health, the researchers analyzed historical data on childhood blood-lead levels, leaded-gas use, and population statistics. They calculated the “mental illness points” gained from lead exposure to estimate the harmful effects on public health. The results indicate a significant shift in mental health across generations of Americans, with higher rates of psychiatric problems due to lead exposure.

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Moving forward, the researchers stress the importance of understanding the role lead has played in the health of the country and implementing measures to protect children from new lead exposures. With regulations in place to identify and replace lead plumbing in older cities and lower the threshold for hazardous lead levels in soil, efforts are being made to mitigate the impact of lead on public health.

In conclusion, the study highlights the far-reaching consequences of leaded gasoline use on mental health in the United States and underscores the importance of addressing lead exposure to safeguard the well-being of current and future generations.

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