Depression is a persistent feeling of sadness or a lack of interest in activities previously enjoyed. Your brain is full of estrogen and progesterone receptors, and the changing estrogen levels of menopause can trigger confusing and sometimes debilitating emotional states.

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If you are experiencing extreme sadness for most of the day nearly every day for at least 2 weeks, you may have clinical depression. Speak to a mental health provider about this for more help. And most importantly, don’t suffer in silence.

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What can you do?

Depression

Yes. Many studies now show that depressive symptoms get worse during the menopause transition.

OF WOMEN REPORT FEELING DEPRESSED AT MIDLIFE.

Is this normal?

Is it normal to experience depression during menopause? Learn more about common symptoms with effective options for relief.

Depression

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Is this normal?

What can you do?

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