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May 2008 PMID 18480188

Locus of control at age 10 years and health outcomes and behaviors at age 30 years: the 1970 British Cohort Study.

Catharine R Gale, G David Batty, Ian J Deary

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Several discussions express agreement with the notion that a child's sense of control can influence health outcomes, as seen in comments about the importance of early mental attitudes. Participants use words like 'interesting' and 'relevant,' suggesting a moderate level of engagement and curiosity, though without detailed critique or in-depth analysis, which keeps the overall impact neutral or mild.

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The discussions generally acknowledge the importance of the study's findings, with some users expressing agreement with the idea that childhood perceptions influence future health.

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Participants show a moderate level of curiosity, discussing potential implications rather than deeply analyzing the methodology.

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Comments include personal reflections and brief evaluations, indicating some involvement but not extensive debate.

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The conversations recognize the relevance of the research but primarily remain at an introductory level, with limited discussion on broader societal or policy impacts.

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  • The study followed people from childhood to age 30 and found that kids with a stronger internal locus of control (belief they can influence their life outcomes) had better health outcomes as adults, including lower risks of obesity, poor health, and psychological distress, especially for women.
  • For men and women, a more internal locus of control in childhood was linked to a reduced risk of certain health issues, like obesity and high blood pressure, even after controlling for factors like IQ, socioeconomic status, and education.
  • The findings suggest that feeling in control of one's life as a child might protect against some health problems later on, and this sense of control can partly explain why higher childhood IQ is associated with healthier adult outcomes.]
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