A University of Oulu study of more than 2,600 Finnish women found that those who had entered the menopausal transition earlier than usual reported more symptoms of anxiety and depression at age 46 than women who had not yet entered it. Clinically significant anxiety was reported by about 23 percent of women in the transition group versus 16 percent of the comparison group, with a similar pattern for depression. The researchers say the findings highlight the importance of watching for psychological symptoms when menopause begins at a younger-than-usual age.
Source: News-Medical — Women entering menopause early report increased anxiety and depression Weight-Loss Surgery Linked to Higher Long-Term Risk of Depression and AnxietyResearchers at the University of Oxford analyzed the health records of nearly 45,000 UK adults and found that people who underwent bariatric surgery were significantly more likely to be diagnosed with clinical depression or anxiety over the following years than comparable patients who received behavioral weight management. The findings, published in BMC Medicine, do not diminish the physical benefits of surgery but suggest mental health monitoring should become a routine, long-term part of post-surgical care.
Source: ScienMag — Bariatric Surgery Linked to Raised Long-Term Risk of Depression and Anxiety Teen Tobacco Use — Including Vaping — Tied to Higher Risk of Anxiety and DepressionA study of more than 60,000 U.S. middle and high school students found that all forms of tobacco use were associated with worse mental health. Teens who both vaped and smoked faced the highest risk: about 1.9 times the likelihood of depression symptoms, 1.6 times for anxiety, and 1.75 times for psychological distress. The researchers caution that the study is observational and cannot prove cause and effect.
Source: The Educated Patient — Teen Tobacco Use Linked to Higher Risk of Anxiety, Depression