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January is considered the most depressing month of the year, meaning that our mood is generally lower, the level of energy is decreasing, and we do not really feel “like ourselves” anymore. If these changes persist, we start wondering if we are depressed or if we will snap out of it.
Studies show that anaemia and depression are two health conditions that may have some associations. Research suggests that people with anaemia may in fact develop symptoms of depression, such as low mood, low self-esteem, and loss of interest in daily activities.
What is the link between anaemia and depression?
A 2022 study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders indicates that people with anaemia may develop depression as a result of:
Research is still ongoing, but what we already know might help to explain why therapy on its own might not be efficient for everyone. If a person experiences symptoms of anaemia, depression, or both, they should contact a doctor immediately.
The studies available on this topic, which are well worth reading, can be found at these hyperlinks:
www.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/acps.12595
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK499994/
www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0165032722006759
