Perimenopause and Depression
By Gail Edgell
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Reaching menopause is often a trying time for many of us. Not only are our bodies undergoing a number of physical changes, menopause can affect our metal state too. It is a common misconception that severe depression is normal in menopausal women, while it is a common component of menopausal symptoms; depression is a serious condition that should be treated immediately. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, the following information will help you in determining the proper course of treatment for you.
· Feeling Sad
· Crying More Than Usual
· Feeling Pessimistic
· Lack of Desire for Social Situations
Why Do I Feel This Way?
Depression in menopausal women is often mistreated as a Prozac or Zoloft deficiency. In most cases, treating depression as a chemical deficiency will merely hide the symptoms, making it feel as if your problems are solved, while the root cause of your depression goes untreated. While there are a number of conditions for which depression is a symptom most are treated with anti-depressants, a common practice which could be avoided. The following are known causes of depression in menopausal women:
· Low Thyroid
· Low Adrenals
· Low Blood Sugar
· Mineral Deficiency
So What SHOULD I Do?
It is far too common today for doctors to treat depression with any number of available anti- depressant drugs, while this treatment course is fitting for some women, menopausal women should look at more natural solutions.
1. Changing your diet - For women with depression resulting from a blood sugar imbalance, changing your diet can resolve your depression. By eating three healthy meals a day and supplementing your diet with healthy snacks, you can proactively moderate your blood sugar levels and attack your depression head-on.
2. Get Tested - Have your physician do some basic lab tests to determine if there is an underlying problem which is causing your depression. For some menopausal women a simple lab test can determine if you have gluten sensitivity. Women with this condition can solve their depression by simply avoiding foods rich in gluten.
3. Exercise - Exercise can help treat depression by elevating the body's mood elevating compounds.
4. Stress Management - Stress has been shown to worsen depression. By identifying specific stressors and setting priorities to let unnecessary tasks wait, stress can be eliminated.
I Feel Better Already
While depression can make menopause an unbearable period in your life, it doesn't have to. With an increased emphasis on natural treatments for depression, you can help brighten your outlook by following the simple steps above. Keep in mind, that you don't have to go through this alone, many women share in your plight, and talking to empathic women can help you to turn menopause from a dreadful experience into a spiritual transformative period in your life.
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Recommended Reading
Menopause A To Z -The Definitive Guide.
Explore The Latest Cutting Edge Information
About Modern Menopause Symptoms & Treatments.
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