Eli5: How does depression have physical side effects?

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Depression, which is totally abstract (as far as i understand), has physical effects like increased chances of developing Alzheimer’s and brain aging faster and in some cases physical appearance aging faster too. How?

Edit: are people thinking this question is religious or pseudo scientific? Cuz its not

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Anonymous 0 Comments

Mind-body-spirit are a single system.

It works both ways.

If we do proper self-care (sleep hygiene, nutrition, hydration, activity/exercise) we have better mental/emotional health outcomes.

Why wouldn’t it work the other way.

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