Female Depression
Resources concerning the special issues faced by the depressed woman.
Women and Depression
Depression is quite common. In fact, depressed mood is the fourth most common symptom that patients complain of when they see their primary care physician. About 10% to 25% of women will have have major depression at some point during their lifetime and they will be especially vulnerable during their reproductive years. Mood disorders like depression worsen the morbidity and mortality rates of …
Depression is quite common. In fact, depressed mood is the fourth most common symptom that patients complain of when they see their primary care physician. About 10% to 25% of women will have have major depression at some point during their lifetime and they will be especially vulnerable during their reproductive years. Mood disorders like depression worsen the morbidity and mortality rates of …
Depression in Young Women Linked to Low Bone Mass
Depression in premenopausal women is a risk factor for later osteoporosis, according to a report from National Institute of Mental Health (NIH) researchers.
Depression in premenopausal women is a risk factor for later osteoporosis, according to a report from National Institute of Mental Health (NIH) researchers.
Male and Female Doctors View Depression in Women Differently
A survey conducted by the Society for Women's Health Research, a Washington, D.C. based advocacy organization, found that in most areas male and female doctors hold fairly consistent views about women and depression. There were a few notable differences, however.
A survey conducted by the Society for Women's Health Research, a Washington, D.C. based advocacy organization, found that in most areas male and female doctors hold fairly consistent views about women and depression. There were a few notable differences, however.