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The Bi-Directional Impact of Mental Health and Bariatric Surgery

Updated: May 15, 2023






Bariatric surgery is a weight loss surgery that can have a significant impact on an individual's mental well-being in addition; one's mental well-being can have a significant impact on the success or failure of bariatric surgery.

Pre-surgical evaluations include a comprehensive assessment of an individual's mental health history, current symptoms and medical or physical issues that may impact their mental health.

The importance of a thorough pre-surgical psychiatric assessment cannot be ignored as it aids in the planning and managing of post-surgery mental health care. In addition, evaluations include identifying individuals who may benefit from additional counseling or other forms of mental health support post-surgery. It can also help ensure that individuals have access to the mental health resources they need to cope with the complex demands of post-surgical care. It has been shown that helping individuals maintain their emotional well-being will help in directing either the success or failure of the surgery.

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