Depression’s Ties to Heart Health

Millions of Americans live with clinical depression, one of the most common mental disorders in the United States, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. This mental health disorder, characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, can also impact a person's physical health, including heart health.

“Chemical imbalances inside the brain can cause the medical condition we call depression”.

Lack of interest, motivation, energy, and concentration are just a few symptoms of depression that can indirectly affect heart health through alterations in eating habits, nonadherence to medications, or lack of physical activity. Read More