Depression Screening in Obesity: A Quality Improvement Project
Depression and obesity are commonly seen together, with obesity increasing the risk for depression and depression making weight loss harder.
Obesity
How Do Anorexia Nervosa and Obesity Affect Bone Metabolism in Young Women?
Extreme body weights associated with either anorexia nervosa or obesity may affect bone mineral density and bone remodeling in young women.
Children With Autism Found to Have Higher Risk for Obesity
Obesity seen in 22 percent of children with autism spectrum disorders.
APA: Medical Discrimination Based on Size Psychologically, Physically Harms Patients
Patients’ health can be affected by medical discrimination based on their size.
Greater Cognitive Decline in Individuals at Risk for Bipolar Disorder With Obesity
The burden of illness associated with bipolar disorder warrants early preemption.
Mental Illness and Obesity
A disproportionate number of patients with mental illness are obese compared to the general population.
