Poor physical health associated with depression through link to brain, research shows

Poor physical health across organ systems is significantly linked to depression, with the brain playing a crucial role in connecting physical and mental well-being, according to new research published in Nature Mental Health.

The study, led by the University of Melbourne, in collaboration with University College London and University of Cambridge, examined 18,083 individuals from the UK Biobank cohort and identified biological pathways linking poor organ health to poor brain health, potentially leading to mental health issues.

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