Depression In Women

Depression is a serious mood disorder that, if left untreated, can have a negative impact on one's health in addition to making one feel sad. In some cases, it takes the patient a long time to recognize the symptoms. Depression affects women more than it affects men. The way women experience depression also differs from how men do.

Some of the signs of depression in women are listed below.

• Suicidal thoughts
• difficulty focusing;
• loss of appetite
• crying fits
• Fatigue and exhaustion
• intense guilt
• loss of enthusiasm for hobbies
• Unexplained weight loss
• feeling inadequate
• anxiety or irritability
• Lack of sleep
• mood swings

Women may experience depression for a number of reasons. i.e., biological and psychological factors . Women can also become depressed due to the general causes of depression. 

General reasons for depression

Depression can sometimes be brought on by a change in seasons, and it is most prevalent in the winter.

• A chemical imbalance in the brain
• thyroid issues that result in hormonal changes
• family history
• physical, emotional, or psychological abuse by relatives

Crucial life events

Pregnancy and childbirth: Due to the body's hormonal changes during and after pregnancy, some women experience depression.

Premenstrual syndrome: Hormone changes might affect the chemicals that affect your mood, like serotonin.

Menopause: When you reach perimenopause, hormonal changes take place in preparation for menopause. You can become depressed as a result of this switch.

Try to alter key aspects of your life and reduce stress if you experience depression. Consult your doctor, a therapist, or a counselor if you've tried this and there hasn't been any discernible change. Antidepressants may be something you need to think about if your symptoms are severe or incapacitating. The regulation of chemicals or hormones can frequently be helped by medication.