Depression is a serious medical condition, but it often goes undetected until the patient is moved to do something drastic under its influence, like self-cutting or a suicide attempt. Here are some signs to look for which indicate a person – maybe you – suffer from depression and need professional help: 1. You No Longer Derive Joy from Your Interests We…
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is characterized by obesity, infertility, hirsutism and psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Approximately 60% of women suffering from PCOS may exhibit symptoms of at least one mental illness. In a recent study conducted at Columbia University School of Nursing, Prof. Nancy Reame MSN, Ph.D., FAAN said that the complications of PCOS are…
The Benefits of Natural Surroundings For PCOS Recent research reveals that spending time amongst natural surroundings can have a number of significant benefits in your life. Breath in, breath out… Not that this is a surprise if we think about it. Are you a city dweller? Breathing in fresh air from and, even temporarily, escaping the smog and pollution of…
There is a significant amount of research to indicate that women with PCOS face increased risks for mood disorders like PCOS depression and anxiety, and with these challenges having profound effects on health, I believe it should be one of the issues screened for on, and following, diagnosis of this common syndrome. If you face these challenges, read on. I…
Do you feel like you are, at times, overtaken by anger? Do you suffer from depression, paranoid thoughts, tremors and acne? If you suffer from mental health issues, you are not alone. Anxiety and PCOS depression are growing in occurrence. Stress, overwhelm, and lack of support all play their role, as well as triggers, sometimes unknown. Nutritional deficiencies though? These…
When I was younger, I thought I was fat. I weighed 64kg at 165cm. I remember complaining to my lovely friend Erin’s Mum. She looked at me, lost, and said I had a lovely figure. Of course, I thought she was mad! I’ve looked back at old photos since, and actually, she wasn’t so mad after all. Several years later,…
