Depression, Hormones, & Treatments | Dr. Alexandra Mayer
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- Опубликовано: 27 июл 2024
- Today we’re talking about mood disorders, specifically depression, as it relates to changes in estrogen - like in times of perimenopause and menopause!
Depression can creep up on us out of the blue, and can range in symptoms and severity (like sleeping all the time or not sleeping at all, feeling weepy, and sad, irritable, or even suicidal).
Our mood changes don’t have to be severe to be a problem! No one talks about the fact that up to 20% of women experience mood disorders while in peri menopause. I believe that women deserve the best education possible to understand their health and hormones, so they can be the best version of themselves.
Let’s dive into how estrogen works, how it can affect our serotonin levels, and how it can be used to help with depression symptoms!
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:32 The Spectrum of Depression Symptoms
4:14 When Do We See Rates of Depression Increase in a Woman’s Life?
6:09 What Does Estrogen Do?
7:21 Is Estrogen Replacement Therapy a Good Treatment for Depression?
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Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored and has been created with the intent of providing general educational information. Any such presentation of information by Dr. Alexandra Mayer is for general guidance is not intended to be nor should it be construed as the practice of medicine or specific medical advice. You should consult with your doctor to ensure that anything discussed in the video is right for you, given your unique set of health circumstances.
Super helpful! I was told by my PCP that I could do an SSRI. I denied that and now seeing a hormone specialist but I get the anger, depression, etc every month. So praying to get some relief! 😊
Your hormone specialist should be able to help! Thanks for watching. I’m glad the videos helped you!
I am experiencing severe depression and anxiety. I am definitely in perimenopause. Also major marital challenges that have taken its toll.
I’m sorry to hear you’re going through that. Hopefully this video gave you a jumping off point to get treatment. Thank you for watching
I like your topics its really help full..keep going
Thank you so much! I am so glad you are finding the topics helpful. Thank you for watching and subscribing. I really appreciate it
I like the way you explain it.
Dr. Mayer, which herbal medicines do you sometimes prescribe?
Hello Dr i started menopause at 40 i am now 52 the only thing I got was depression. The doctor gave me antidepressants i try a few i still on them .they didn't work so i am going on Hrt have you any advice please Norma
Hi, could you please list the supplements, diet, alt treatments that help with estrogen related perimenopausal depression?
Hi! Thank you so much for watching! This is a good question. I will put this question into my RUclips video que to create. I want to be able to speak to each of them video style to help more