Digestive problems or irregular bowel schedules

Constipation and diarrhea are two common digestive issues that can be embarrassing and uncomfortable. It's simple to assume that stomach discomfort results from a physical illness because it's frequently brought on by food poisoning or gastrointestinal infections. But negative feelings like sadness, anxiety, and overwhelm can interfere with the digestive processes.

A 2011 study hypothesizes a connection between gastrointestinal discomfort, anxiety, and depression. And the conclusion is that functional disorders of the digestive system, such as irritable bowel syndrome, are often associated with affective disorders, such as depression, anxiety, panic, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). One study suggests that, on its own, depression is not a risk factor for developing IBD, however people with depression and previous gastrointestinal symptoms may be more likely to develop either Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.