Children in poverty at higher risk of deprivation in adulthood

A new study carried out by the ESRI has found the likelihood of deprivation in adulthood was 35% higher among individuals who grew up in poverty when compared to individuals who grew up in ‘very good’ financial circumstances. Dr Katriona O’Sullivan is...

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07.00 17 Oct 2022

Children in poverty at higher...

Children in poverty at higher risk of deprivation in adulthood

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A new study carried out by the ESRI has found the likelihood of deprivation in adulthood was 35% higher among individuals who grew up in poverty when compared to individuals who grew up in ‘very good’ financial circumstances.

Dr Katriona O’Sullivan is Associate Professor in Psychology in Maynooth University and she joined Ciara on the show.

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