Mediating role of the weight-adjusted-waist index in the association between sedentary behavior and depression: A cross-sectional study

Sedentary behavior and WWI both elevate depression likelihood. Furthermore, WWI partially mediates the effect of sedentary behavior on depression, and this mediation effect is independent of gender.

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Global Medical Genetics
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2026-01-09
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gmg.2026.100093
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Physical Activity and Health
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Mediating role of the weight-adjusted-waist index in the association between sedentary behavior and depression: A cross-sectional study

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Global Medical Genetics
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Mediating role of the weight-adjusted-waist index in the association between sedentary behavior and depression: A cross-sectional study

Haifeng Zhang, Fengling Liang, Zitong Xu, Wei� Jin, Xinxuan Lyu, Zhaoshun Lyu, Wanghui Zhan
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Abstract

Sedentary behavior and WWI both elevate depression likelihood. Furthermore, WWI partially mediates the effect of sedentary behavior on depression, and this mediation effect is independent of gender.

Global Medical GeneticsVol. 13(1)
Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (CN)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 93%
Physical Activity and Health
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