Adversity shaped our evolution as a species. People raised in it may have underrecognized strengths because of it.

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What happened

Psychologists have long studied the deficits associated with being raised in adversity.

They're now discovering the hidden strengths that can emerge in those settings.

Key facts

  • Reported by Live Science and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:00:00 UTC.

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  1. Adversity shaped our evolution as a species. People raised in it may have underrecognized strengths because of it.

  2. Fossil mammal with reptile-like teeth changes picture of our evolution

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