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Can hypothyroidism be a cause for onset anxiety and depression symptoms and why?
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Possibly: Low thyroid levels affect every part of your body, including your brain. Depression can occur with hypothyroidism, not usually anxiety, though anxiety is common in general. I do not think the exact mechanism is known for why hypothyroidism causes depression, but probably involves changes in neurotransmitter levels.
Answered 7/15/2013
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