Obesity and mental health

The relationship between overweight/obesity and mental health is complex and bidirectional. Obesity is associated with higher rates of mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Chronic stress can influence behavior changes, endocrinopathies, immunopathies, increased body fat, worsening adipose tissue dysfunction, obesity and metabolic disease. It is crucial that mental health is addressed as part of obesity treatment for long-term