Thyroid Gland Linked To Risk Of Depression In Older People

Thursday, February 20, 2014 - 16:40 in Health & Medicine

The thyroid gland has an important role in regulating the body's metabolism, but researchers say it can also influence mental health. Past research found links between an increased risk of depression and both over- and under-active thyroid glands. Now, a new study in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology&Metabolism has found an association between depression and thyroid activity variations within the normal range. read more

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