Bariatric

Mental Health Issues Related to Obesity

Discover the link between mental health issues related to obesity and ways to manage them.

What are Mental Health Issues?

Mental Health issues secondary to Obesity need compassionate care and management.

A mental health condition occurs when an illness affects your mood, behavior, and emotions, or a combination of all, causing functional distress.

Common Symptoms

Mood changes (being sad, anxious, or having suicidal thoughts)
Difficulty concentrating on work or memories.
Feeling nervous, afraid, or panicked
Changes in sleep patterns
Drastic changes in food habits/diet

When to see a Doctor

Extreme mood swings from high to low
Experiencing extreme anger or hostility
Suicidal thoughts or attempts to commit suicide
Withdrawal from social activities
Unable to handle daily stress

Early detection is important for managing the condition and preventing further complications.

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Causes and Risk Factors

Unhealthy eating, leading to weight gain
Environmental exposures & life situations
Family history of mental health problems
Brain chemistry changes
Obesity is linked with mood disorders

Diagnosis and Tests

Physical Assessment and Ruling Out Medical Conditions
Psychological Evaluation
Blood/lab tests to check for thyroid problems, substance abuse, or other conditions
Cognitive Assessments
Neuroimaging (like fMRI or PET scans)

Treatment Options

Counseling & Psychotherapy
Medications
Brain Stimulation Therapies [like electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)]
Hospital and residential treatment programs
Support Groups and Community Support

Bariatric

Doral Health & Wellness Weight Management Department

Achieve lasting weight loss and better health with Doral Health & Wellness Bariatrics. We offer minimally invasive solutions to treat obesity, improve diabetes, sleep apnea, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and more.