Can treatment of obesity reduce depression or vice versa?
Stephanie L. Borgland
Abstract
Both obesity and depression are widespread problems with major health and socioeconomic implications. The number of individuals who are overweight or obese has increased dramatically over the last 25 years. Globally, 39% of adults aged 18 and older were overweight and 13% obese,[1][1] and more than
Topics & Concepts
OverweightObesityDepression (economics)Socioeconomic statusMedicineGerontologyYoung adultPsychiatryPsychologyDemographyEnvironmental healthInternal medicinePopulationSociologyEconomicsMacroeconomicsDiet and metabolism studiesEating Disorders and BehaviorsSleep and related disorders