Women are twice as likely as men to suffer from depression, according to a host of studies. Are the reasons for this biological, sociological, or a combination of both?
Though symptoms of PPD typically emerge in the first six weeks after childbirth, some women experience symptoms during pregnancy and others report them up to a year after birth.survey of 1,152 women who have experienced pregnancy, an astounding 56% said they suffered PPD; more than half of them said their symptoms lasted 10 months or longer.
Symptoms of postpartum depression include many hallmark symptoms of depression such as irritability, crying spells, loss of interest in preferred activities, and suicidal thoughts. Other symptoms include:PPD is a serious condition that, if left untreated, can persist for months or years, and can have harmful effects on both mother and baby. Thankfully, it responds well to treatment, which generally comprises a combination of medication and therapy.
Research has revealed that the likelihood of depression in perimenopause is up to three times greater than it is before perimenopause begins.Women with a history of depression are nearly five times more likely to develop depression during perimenopause, and for women with ADHD, the risk of depression is elevated as well. Hope exists in the finding that within two to four years after menopause, the risk for depression decreases significantly.
Effective treatment can include antidepressants in combination with therapy; in some cases, doctors may suggest hormone therapy.
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