Stress hormone, depression trigger obesity in girls
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 - 16:49
in Psychology & Sociology
Depression raises stress hormone levels in adolescent boys and girls but may lead to obesity only in girls, according to researchers. Early treatment of depression could help reduce stress and...
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