There is a Connection Between Obesity and Depression
Research indicates that obese people may be more prone to become depressed, and people who are depressed may be more likely to become obese.This study examined the correlation between the data suggest a connection between these conditions and found evidence of causal pathways of obesity to depression and depression to obesity.
People who are obese may be more likely to become depressed by the experience themselves as poor health and not be satisfied with their appearance. This thinking is particularly prevalent among women and persons of high socio-economic status.
On the other hand people who are depressed may be more likely to become obese because of physiological changes in hormones and their immune systems, something that happens in depression.
Among the possible solutions are as follows: Treatments such as exercise and stress reduction can help manage both obesity, such as depression, at the same time. Potentially, diet, which may worsen the spirit (if not correct) and antidepressants, which can cause weight gain, should be minimized.
June 24 2008 10:21 am | Product Discussion