Gender differences in the associations between body mass index, depression, anxiety, and stress among endocrinologists in China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms have been found to be associated with overweight or obesity, but the gender differences in the associations have not been well-examined. Based on a national sample of endocrinologists in China, we examined such associations with a focus on gender differences.

Methods

Data were collected from endocrinologists in China using an online questionnaire, which included demographic data, body weight, and height. Depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms were assessed using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21).

Results

In total, 679 endocrinologists (174 males and 505 females) completed the survey. One-fourth (25.6%) were classified as overweight, with a significant gender difference (48.9% in males vs. 17.6%

SUBMITTER: Xie F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10103496 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature