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A State-of-the-Science Review of the Effect of Damp- and Mold-Affected Housing on Mental Health
A peer-reviewed State-of-the-Science review of 19 studies (from 1,169 records) found positive associations between residential dampness/mold exposure and poor mental health - depression, stress, and anxiety in adults; emotional symptoms and dysregulation in children. Authors note methodological limitations and recommend more research. Association is not proof of causation.
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Source publication date: 2024-08-20
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A peer-reviewed State-of-the-Science review of 19 studies (from 1,169 records) found positive associations between residential dampness/mold exposure and poor mental health - depression, stress, and anxiety in adults; emotional symptoms and dysregulation in children. Authors note methodological limitations and recommend more research. Association is not proof of causation.
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Environmental Health Perspectives (via PubMed)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39162373/Record updated . See corrections policy.