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Study finds violence affects millions across US with links to health, economic hardship
A new national study reveals the widespread reach of violence across the United States, finding that more than half of U.S. adults have experienced physical violence and nearly half have experienced sexual violence in their lifetimes.
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A national study finds that over 50 % of U.S. adults have endured physical violence and close to 50 % have faced sexual violence at some point in their lives. The U.S. National Study on Violence Experiences Across the Lifespan (USVEX) highlights pronounced disparities in who is affected. It also documents strong connections between experiencing violence and economic hardship, mental‑health challenges, and substance‑use issues. These findings underscore the extensive personal and societal impact of violence across the United States.
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