The Role of Stress and Mental Health in Obesity

The Role of Stress and Mental Health in Obesity

Obesity is a complex chronic condition with multifactorial causes. Among these, psychological stress and mental health have emerged as significant contributors to the development and maintenance of obesity in adults. Chronic stress can influence eating behaviors, metabolic processes, and lifestyle h...

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Main Author:	Paulina Jankowska
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-03-01
Series:	Obesities
Subjects:	obesity stress mental health psychological mechanisms emotional eating cognitive-behavioral therapy
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4168/5/2/20
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