Hormonal Links to Depression: Why Women Are More at Risk Than Men

Depression is a major issue in the US, and despite popular notions, it’s not just about mental health—physical health can also play a major role. For instance, hormonal fluctuations are thought to be one of the reasons that depression is twice as common in women as in men. Oftentimes external factors—like the stress of a hectic day to day life between work, family, and other responsibilities and the pressure to be everything to everyone—can exacerbate the effects of these normal hormonal fluctuations. When it comes to treating depression, it’s important to realize that depression may stem from a variety of causes, such as a disruption or imbalance to hormones or a combination of factors, and that finding the underlying cause is the best way to find relief. In some cases, hormonal therapy, better nutrition, and exercise may be the best methods of treatment. Read more…