Study links hormones, blood sugar, blood lipids, and BMI to the severity of major depressive disorder and suicide risk

A study, published in the Bosnian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences, provides insights into the potential links between thyroid hormones, blood sugar, and lipid levels and their impact on major depressive disorder (MDD) patients. The collaborative effort brought together scientists from institutions across China, providing a large sample size and a broad scope for the research. Their findings highlight the crucial role these biological factors could play in MDD prognosis, the likelihood of suicidal behavior, and possible treatment options.