Food Allergies Linked to Increased Psychological Distress, Study Finds

A new study published in Clinical and Translational Allergy reveals a significant correlation between the severity of food allergies – including the number of allergies, symptoms experienced, and reliance on epinephrine auto-injectors – and heightened levels of psychological distress among those affected and their caregivers.The findings underscore the often-overlooked mental health burden associated with managing possibly life-threatening allergic reactions.

Study Details and Key Findings

Researchers analyzed data from an online survey of 1,329 adults and 1,373 caregivers of children with food allergies. The study focused on identifying factors associated with various forms of allergy-related psychological distress. Participants self-reported the types of distress they or their children experienced.

The research indicated that women, both adults and caregivers