Long-term effects of childhood difficulties on depressive symptoms among older adults: Role of adulthood income and income satisfaction.

Childhood difficulties are a critical risk factor impacting late-life psychological well-being. How an individual subjectively evaluates his or her economic status in adulthood plays a major role in mitigating the negative impact of childhood difficulties on late-life health inequality. Interventions to reduce the risk of childhood difficulties and their negative long-lasting impact may alleviate individuals' exposure to depression in late life. Geriatr Gerontol Int 2024; 24: 246-252.