Monday 16 May 2011

Digestive problems early in life may increase risk for depression

Depression and anxiety may result from short-term digestive irritation early in life, according to a study of laboratory rats by researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine.

The findings suggest that some human psychological conditions may be the result, rather than the cause, of gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome.

Source:
http://med.stanford.edu/ism/2011/may/pasricha.html

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