Mental health and quality-of-life topics
Depression articles covering mental health, quality of life, coping, support, and daily functioning for people affected by IBD. Quality-of-life context emphasizes daily functioning, mental health, fatigue, and support.
31 articles
Perceived stigma may affect how Black people with IBD view their care and whether they stick with medications, which can influence disease management and outcomes. Understanding these links can point to targets for...
The study presents a novel probiotic-based delivery system that targets both intestinal inflammation and anxiety/depression through the gut–brain axis, a potentially relevant concept for people with IBD who commonly...
The study links worse UC activity with higher rates of anxiety and depression and with poorer quality of life among patients in Pakistan, suggesting mental-health screening could be relevant to overall disease...
The trial could show whether a smart-label app plus clinician alerts improves medication adherence and downstream clinical outcomes for people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis starting oral or subcutaneous...
Depression is common in people with IBD and can worsen quality of life and disease outcomes. This trial explores whether mirtazapine—an antidepressant thought to have favorable gastrointestinal tolerability—can be...
The review shows psychotherapies can improve quality of life and reduce anxiety and depression in people with IBD, outcomes that matter for daily functioning even when intestinal symptoms may not change.
This study suggests brain glymphatic function — a fluid-clearance system — may be altered in people with Crohn’s disease and could relate to inflammation and common neuropsychiatric symptoms like fatigue, anxiety,...
Short-term mental health problems (depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders) appear more common after ostomy creation than after nonostomy IBD surgery among biologic-treated adults. Awareness may help patients and...
The study tests whether combining a standardized coping-skills program with biologic therapy improves emotional well-being and clinical/endoscopic outcomes in people with early Crohn's disease—addressing common...
Depressive disorders—diagnosed using structured clinical interviews—appear to be relatively common in people with IBD, which has implications for screening and referral to mental health care within IBD clinics.
Researchers are studying whether everyday microplastic exposure could worsen gut barrier injury in IBD and contribute to inflammatory or mental-health effects linked by the gut–brain axis.
People with IBD face higher rates of anxiety, depression and other psychiatric disorders that often begin years before diagnosis and can persist long term. Recognizing and treating mental-health issues early can improve...
Mental health problems often begin before IBD is diagnosed and stay higher for years after; addressing psychiatric symptoms early could improve overall disease management and quality of life for people with Crohn’s...
Depression is common in people with ulcerative colitis and affects quality of life and disease outcomes. Knowing research trends helps patients and clinicians see where evidence and care approaches are focused,...
This study suggests erythritol — a common non-nutritive sweetener — may worsen experimental colitis and depression-like behavior in mice via microbiome and metabolic changes, raising questions about how ultra-processed...
People with IBD commonly have extraintestinal symptoms (mood disorders, fatigue, pain, nutritional problems) that affect quality of life and need proactive identification and management in primary care.
Mood disorders commonly co-occur with chronic somatic diseases, including IBD; understanding shared mechanisms may explain worse outcomes and suggest multidisciplinary care needs.
Chronic pain affects many people with IBD even after inflammation is controlled, often limiting daily activities and worsening mental health. Understanding that pain can persist without active inflammation highlights the...
Sexual dysfunction is common in IBD and—according to this study—appears more strongly linked to psychological and demographic factors than to disease activity or muscle loss. Recognizing and treating mental-health issues...
Self‑management programs delivered by nurses may help people with IBD improve daily functioning, confidence in managing their condition, and quality of life even when inflammation markers don’t change. That matters...
Body-image concerns in IBD are linked with poorer mental health, eating behaviours, and overall quality of life. Understanding these experiences can help clinicians and support services better address emotional and...
People with ulcerative colitis commonly experience depression; understanding whether the relationship is causal and which blood proteins might mediate it could help researchers develop biomarkers or new therapies...
Fatigue affects many people with Crohn’s even when inflammation looks controlled; recognizing it as a distinct target could change clinic assessments and treatment priorities.
IBD is increasingly linked with anxiety, depression, and cognitive symptoms; this study suggests gut microbes may change tryptophan metabolism in colitis and contribute to those brain-related symptoms, which could point...
People with Crohn’s and other IBDs have higher rates of depression and suicidal thoughts; recognizing risk factors and warning signs can help you seek timely support. The article gives practical steps you can take with...
Stigma is common in people with IBD and can worsen isolation, anxiety, and quality of life. Practical coping strategies and support resources can help reduce emotional burden and improve daily functioning.
Caregivers play a key role in day-to-day management of Crohn’s — from tracking triggers and appointments to offering emotional support. Practical caregiving steps can help reduce symptom burden and improve quality of...
Fatigue is a common, often persistent symptom in Crohn’s disease even during remission. This study suggests brain structure differences may be linked to fatigue when inflammation is low, pointing to potential...
The study suggests anxiety, depression, poor sleep, and low exercise are linked with higher risk of IBD flares. That means mental health and lifestyle may be important parts of managing IBD alongside medical care.
Crohn’s disease can cause problems beyond the gut that affect bones, skin, eyes, liver, kidneys, joints, and mental health. Knowing these links helps patients and caregivers watch for symptoms and get coordinated care to...
Mental health conditions are more common in people with IBD and often go unaddressed; training staff to notice and respond can help patients get support sooner and may reduce trauma related to care.
