September 10, 2025BMJ OpenOpen Access

Food insecurity and dietary intakes as correlates of anxiety and depression in underserved settlements in Khulna Division of Bangladesh: a developing country perspective

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Food insecurity is positively associated with anxiety and depression among urban residents in Bangladesh, emphasizing a need for intervention.
Among participants, 57.1% reported anxiety symptoms and 57.9% demonstrated depression, with dietary factors influencing mental health.
The cross-sectional study utilized questionnaires to assess food security and mental health among 749 adults in Khulna Division.
These findings support strategies addressing food access and nutrition as means to improve mental health in underserved communities.

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Cross-sectional analysis shows food insecurity correlates with increased anxiety and depression, suggesting dietary improvements may benefit mental health.

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Shuvo et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional analysis shows food insecurity correlates with increased anxiety and depression, suggesting dietary improvements may benefit mental health.

Food insecurity and dietary intakes as correlates of anxiety and depression in underserved settlements in Khulna Division of Bangladesh: a developing country perspective

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Food insecurity and dietary intakes as correlates of anxiety and depression in underserved settlements in Khulna Division of Bangladesh: a developing country perspective

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