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Page: << Prev | 1 | 2 The study's authors said there were several reasons why depression was associated with increased risk of death among the participants in their study.
First, depression has been associated with poor self-care and increased risk of poor health habits such as smoking and overeating. And, depression has been linked with nervous system disorders, endocrine system disorders, and inflammatory markers.
The authors noted that their study has certain limitations. The participants were selected from only one area of the United States, and the follow-up period was relatively short. And the study did not collect information on education, income, weight, smoking habits, physical activity, or compliance in taking medications.
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The American Academy of Family Physicians has more about depression.
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