Posted by CarolW on January 19, 2004, at 16:38:03
In reply to CHANGE OF LIFE AND DEPRESSION, posted by ZAPPA on January 19, 2004, at 14:36:13
My therapist recommended that I have my estrogen tested due to my current depression. She said to be sure to get the individual estrogen levels checked(the estradiol, etc...) as well as other hormone levels. She recommended Dr. Susan Love's Hormone book. Dr. Christiane Northrup's Menopause book is another good source of info. Also, you should have a complete thyroid panel as a deficiency in thyroid hormone is a common source of depression in middle age women. Be sure to take supplements that women need, especially the B-vitamins, calcium, etc... Also, eat only really good foods (whole grains, lots of vegetables...) as sugars and white flour stuff makes our blood sugar go the wrong direction, which can create a depressed feeling. Personally, I did get some benefit from taking an anti-depressant. But, the side effects I experienced, and the problems getting off it it, has made me try some natural alternatives. But, each of us have to make those choices for ourselves. Just do what's best for you.
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