Resources for Health Professionals
Why Gender Matters
Mental health is a crucial aspect for everyone. Yet, due to a mix of physiological and gender-specific factors, women are at a greater risk for some mental health issues compared to men. Many elements can contribute to mental health challenges for women. These include emotional, biological, and societal influences, which can fluctuate throughout a woman's lifetime. Understanding the need for gender-specific support is key in both preventing and addressing mental health disorders and enhancing the mental well-being of women who face these issues.
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Editorial: Insights in Women’s Mental Health: 2022
The article, "Editorial: Insights in women’s mental health: 2022," underscores the critical importance of focusing on women's mental health, a need that has been magnified by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Need to Take a Trauma History in the Acute Psychiatry Inpatient Setting
Understanding the interplay between past trauma and mental health is paramount in psychiatric care, particularly in acute inpatient settings.
Hormonal Agents for the Treatment of Depression Associated with Menopause
Explore the intricate link between menopause and depression with our in-depth analysis of hormonal treatments.
Hormonal Contraception and Mood Disorders
Explore the critical insights on the influence of hormonal contraception on mood disorders with the comprehensive review from the Australian Prescriber.
Neurobiology of Peripartum Mental Illness
The editorial titled "Neurobiology of Peripartum Mental Illness," published in the Frontiers in Global Women’s Health, addresses the critical issue of mental illnesses during and after pregnancy.
How to Treat Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
This article, backed by the expertise of Professor Jayashri Kulkarni, delves into the nuances of PMDD, its symptoms according to DSM-5, and the latest evidence-based management strategies, including the impact of gonadal hormones on mental health and the role of early life trauma.
Exploring Tibolone as a Novel Treatment for Menopausal Depression: Groundbreaking Study Insights
Menopause is often associated with a host of physical and emotional challenges, among which depression figures prominently. A landmark study has delved into the efficacy of tibolone, a synthetic steroid, as a pioneering treatment for depression during this critical transition period in women's lives.
Perimenopausal Depression –an Under-Recognised Entity
There is a high rate of suicide in women age 45–54 years. This may be related to the biological changes associated with the menopause.