Depressive Disorders

New Research Study at the CWMH: A Novel Treatment for Menopausal Depression

The transition to menopause, or perimenopause, represents the passage from reproductive to non-reproductive life. During the perimenopause, women experience irregular menstrual cycles, which reflect the large fluctuations in ovarian hormone [...]

By |2022-07-24T19:06:58-04:00July 26th, 2022|Depressive Disorders, Medication, Menopausal Symptoms, Research at CWMH, Treatment|Comments Off on New Research Study at the CWMH: A Novel Treatment for Menopausal Depression

Essential Reads: Who is at Risk for Depression During the Perimenopause?

Although most women transition to menopause without experiencing psychiatric problems, an estimated 20% experience depression at some point during the menopausal transition.

By |2021-11-04T07:54:35-04:00November 3rd, 2021|Depressive Disorders, Essential Reads, Menopausal Symptoms, Prevalence & Risk Factors|Comments Off on Essential Reads: Who is at Risk for Depression During the Perimenopause?

Essential Reads: Investigational Treatment of Depressive Disorders With Neuroactive Steroids: Potential Implications for PMDD

Neuroactive steroids, derivatives of allopregnanolone, may be effective for the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder.

By |2021-09-30T10:02:07-04:00September 29th, 2021|Depressive Disorders, Essential Reads, Medication, PMS & PMDD, Treatment|Comments Off on Essential Reads: Investigational Treatment of Depressive Disorders With Neuroactive Steroids: Potential Implications for PMDD

Essential Reads: Bright Light Therapy for the Treatment of Depression During Pregnancy, Mixed Findings

In terms of the efficacy of bright light therapy for depression during pregnancy, the jury is still out. 

By |2021-09-15T10:33:10-04:00September 15th, 2021|Alternative & Complementary, Depressive Disorders, Essential Reads, Psychiatric Disorders During Pregnancy, Treatment|Comments Off on Essential Reads: Bright Light Therapy for the Treatment of Depression During Pregnancy, Mixed Findings
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