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debt ↔ physical health

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Debt is linked to physical health because the stress and shame associated with financial indebtedness negatively impact emotional and physical well-being [1], [2]. Furthermore, the chronic stress of managing debt reduces sleep quality and overall health [3], [4].

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How Can Debt and Money Issues Impact Your Mental Health? equifax.com Equifax 2 facts
claimIncreased stress from debt can reduce sleep quality, which subsequently impairs physical health and the ability to concentrate during the day.
claimDebt can be detrimental to an individual's physical and mental health.
The Negative Impact Debt Has on Your Health bannerhealth.com Banner Health 1 fact
claimThe long-term stress of worrying about debt and struggling to manage personal finances can be harmful to an individual's physical and mental health.
The Impacts of Individual and Household Debt on Health and Well ... apha.org American Public Health Association 1 fact
claimThe moral obligation associated with debt is a mechanism that negatively impacts health, as individuals often feel shame regarding their indebtedness, which is linked to poor emotional, physical, and subjective health outcomes.