Depressive and anxious symptoms and 20-year mortality: Evidence from the Stirling County study.
Ian ColmanMila KingsburyEwa SuchaNicholas J HortonJane M MurphyStephen E GilmanPublished in: Depression and anxiety (2018)
This study provides evidence that symptoms of depression and anxiety may have differential associations with early mortality. Somatic symptoms such as upset stomach and loss of appetite may be protective against mortality, perhaps through increased use of health care services. Conversely, symptoms such as weakness and cold sweats may be indicative of failing health.