The associations between mixed blood heavy metal exposure and depressive symptom: a cross-sectional study in Shandong, China

Abstract Background Given the limited research on the effects of heavy metals on depressive symptoms in young adults and the high prevalence of depression within this age group, it is essential to investigate the potential impact of heavy metals on depressive symptoms. Methods This study involved 20...

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Published in:BMC Public Health
Main Authors: Jing Hou, Yi He, Haifeng Lian, Haosen Yan, Jialian Li, Lailai Yan, Wenzhong Huang, Yiwen Zhang, Sen Gao, Hongwei Sun, Peng Lu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-07-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-23522-5