New research from Harvard School of Public Health suggests that women who suffer from symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may have an increased risk of becoming overweight or obese. This is according to a study published in the journal JAMA Psychiatry.
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder caused by stressful or frightening events. The disorder can occur immediately after the event, or it can take weeks, months or even years to develop.
Symptoms of PTSD can include nightmares and flashbacks, insomnia, lack of concentration, and feelings of isolation, irritability and guilt.
The investigators note that previous research has identified PTSD itself has a potential risk factor for excessive weight gain, but whether symptoms of PTSD can contribute to obesity had not been established.
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