Association of Vitamin D Status with Depression and Anxiety in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Patients.

Abstract

Background: Prior research suggests a potential link between Vitamin D levels and mental health. However, the association between Vitamin D status and depressive and anxiety symptoms in COPD patients remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the correlation between Vitamin D levels and the severity of depressive and anxiety symptoms among COPD patients.
Methods: Participants were recruited from a sample of COPD patients and assessed for their Vitamin D levels using a standardized measurement technique. The severity of depressive symptoms was measured using the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), while the severity of anxiety symptoms was assessed with the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI). Correlation analysis was conducted to determine the relationship between Vitamin D levels and the severity of depressive and anxiety symptoms.
Results: The correlation values between Vitamin D levels and the BDI (-0.52) and BAI (-0.49) revealed moderate to strong inverse relationships. A higher Vitamin D level was associated with a lower severity of depressive symptoms (as indicated by the BDI) and a lower severity of anxiety symptoms (as measured by the BAI).
Conclusion: The results of this study demonstrate a moderate to strong inverse relationship between Vitamin D levels and the severity of depressive and anxiety symptoms among COPD patients. These findings highlight the potential role of Vitamin D in mental health and underline the importance of maintaining optimal Vitamin D levels in this population. Future research should explore the underlying mechanisms and evaluate the efficacy of interventions targeting Vitamin D in improving mental health outcomes among COPD patients.