A narrative review on the impact of sarcopenic obesity and its psychological consequence in quality of life

Sarcopenia is a multifactorial metabolic-mediated complication that affects most of the geriatric population physically and mentally. In this study, we intended to study the association between sarcopenia and psychologically related symptoms. Primary objective of the study is to explore the interplay between sarcopenic obesity, psychological consequences and Quality of life in the affected population. The secondary objective is to discuss the diagnostic, treatment approaches and also the role of clinical pharmacist.The psychology-related complication and sarcopenia association was enumerated in this study based on previous clinical research findings.The clinical evidence shows a strong correlation between sarcopenia and Mental health and its health consequences and reflection on the quality of life.Sarcopenia induced mental disturbance has been affirmed in many studies. We believe effective right pharmacological therapy and non-pharmacological therapies with respective lifestyle modification advice could be potential vital factors that can reduce further complications in geriatric populations.