New University of Kentucky study links interpersonal violence, risk of diabetes
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – A new study from the University of Kentucky links interpersonal violence to a higher risk of developing diabetes.
Interpersonal violence is any form of partner violence, whether physical, sexual or psychological as well as any child abuse or neglect.
The study looks at around 25,000 people of lower income, both African-American and white, and if they experienced any violence throughout their life.
Through a survey, it’s then determined if a higher risk of development is possible.
“This is a really large study, includes a very diverse population, and we do find from 20 to 35% increased risk of developing diabetes in this population,” Dr. Ann Coker of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, and one of the doctors participating in the survey, says.
Those who experience childhood abuse saw a 26% increase in risk, while adult violence leads to a 23% rise.