The idea that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain is more than half a century old. The reality is more complex.
- Associate Professor and Clinical Neuropsychologist, Monash University
A stark difference emerges at puberty: one in three women develop migraines, compared to one in 15 men.
Some studies say menopause hormone therapy increases the risk of dementia, while others say it reduces it. Here’s how to make sense of the conflicting results.
Experts examine the five questions they commonly hear from women and girls about their hormones and ADHD symptoms.
The most popular supplements for hot flushes are phytoestrogens (or plant estrogens). This trend has been partly driven by companies that promote them as a safer alternative to hormone therapy.
The symptoms of menopause, which can include sleep disturbance, depression, anxiety and ‘brain fog’ can span perimenopause and last for up to ten years.
Women have reported increased drinking at higher levels than men during the coronavirus pandemic. This is likely because their mental health is suffering.
We usually focus on the physical health effects of the pill, yet the most common reason women stop or change the pill is mental health side effects.
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