NEW DELHI: (Jun 26) Mental health might be more tightly linked to physical illness than we think. A study published in BMJ Mental Health by researchers at The University of Edinburgh reveals that individuals with autoimmune conditions face nearly double the risk of persistent mental health disorders. The suspected culprit? Chronic inflammation, a hallmark of such diseases.
Women with autoimmune conditions appear to be disproportionately affected, calling for gender-sensitive approaches in both diagnosis and mental health care.
