Depression speeds up the onset of long-term physical conditions by 30%, study finds.

Recent research in PLOS Medicine indicates that adults with a history of depression develop long-term physical conditions 30% faster than those without. Analyzing over 172,000 UK participants, the study found that depression should be seen as affecting the whole body, not just mental health. Those with depression had more physical conditions, including arthritis, high blood pressure, and GERD, highlighting the need for integrated healthcare approaches.

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