Many women feel depressed during the menopause. But why is depression so common?
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What is CBT and how can it help with the menopause?
Your Stories: Rachel Tobin
My name is Rachel Tobin. I run Myrtleberry Studio B&B in an idyllic spot on Castlemorton Common with fantastic views of the Malvern Hills. I live with my husband Terry and two teenagers.
Dealing With Depression
Depression, or at the very least feelings of depression, are incredibly common during the menopause transition. So, what can you do if you’re feeling depressed?
Your Stories: Sally Elway
So, to begin with I just thought maybe I was depressed. Low mood, as I put it, to myself, anyway. You see I had never suffered the trauma of post-natal depression or PMT.
Antidepressants and the Menopause
For many women experiencing menopause symptoms, antidepressants are NOT the answer. Dr Louise Newson ran a survey and found more than half of the women she had spoken to had been offered antidepressants by their GP. Why do so many GPs prescribe them?