Neuroticism mediates the relationship between industrial history and modern-day regional obesity levels.

Michael DalyMartin ObschonkaMichael StuetzerAngelina R SutinLeigh Shaw-TaylorMax SatchellEric Robinson

Published in: Journal of personality (2020)

Our results provide initial evidence that raised regional Neuroticism levels may play a key role in explaining why exposure to the rapid growth and subsequent decline of large-scale industries forecasts modern-day obesity levels.

Keyphrases

metabolic syndrome
insulin resistance
weight loss
type diabetes
weight gain
high fat diet induced
heavy metals
body mass index
physical activity