Morbid obesity affects as many as 6% of the population in wealthy nations. Researchers have long known that mental health problems can be common in people who are severely overweight. A new study has revealed that people who undergo bariatric surgery for weight loss may face a 50% higher risk of attempting suicide after the operation.
For the study, researchers analyzed more than 8,800 people in Canada. The subjects were followed for three years before and after bariatric surgery. Researchers ...
Morbid obesity affects as many as 6% of the population in wealthy nations. Researchers have long known that mental health problems can be common in people who are severely overweight. A new study has revealed that people who undergo bariatric surgery for weight loss may face a 50% higher risk of attempting suicide after the operation.
For the study, researchers analyzed more than 8,800 people in Canada. The subjects were followed for three years before and after bariatric surgery. Researchers ...