Interaction Between Depression, Obesity, and Type 2 Diabetes: A Complex Picture

Depression plays an important role in the pathogenesis and treatment of obesity and type 2 diabetes (T2D). However, its relevance is frequently unrecognized by clinicians and researchers. The purpose of this review is to present a critical analysis of the evidence linking depression and metabolic disorders and to highlight the practical implications of this complex relationship. Evidence obtained from epidemiological, basic, clinical and controlled studies demonstrate that the association goes beyond a random phenomenon.
Source: Archives of Medical Research - Category: Research Authors: Tags: Review Article Source Type: research