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How common is depression among overweight patients?
My cousin has been gaining a lot of weight lately, and she recently told me that she feels anxious and depressed. Especially after her doctor told her that she's gained too much weight and needs to lose it. Is depression common among people who are overweight?
1 Answer
It is not real common, but can occur. Since her weight gain is recent, I wonder if over eating is her way of dealing with a feeling of inner emptiness. I would suggest a counseling appointment.