Even Low Levels Of Distress May Increase Risk Of Chronic Diseases: Study
Jul 16, 2018 03:31 AM By Sadhana Bharanidharan
According to Professor Gale, interventions to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression may help in reducing the risk of chronic diseases in some cases. 胡 å“亨/Unsplash
Psychological distress refers to a variety of mental health symptoms ranging from mild anxiety to depression. While the dangers of high levels of distress are well established, researchers from the United Kingdom revealed even low or moderate levels may have an impact on the risk of chronic diseases.
The study titled "The effects of psychological distress and its interaction with socioeconomic position on risk of developing four chronic diseases" was published in the Journal of Psychosomatic Research on April 13.
High levels of distress have been linked to inflammation and the onset of conditions like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, lung disease — specifically chronic pulmonary obstructive disorder (CPOD).
https://www.medicaldaily.com/even-low-levels-distress-may-increase-risk-chronic-diseases-425761
