What Are The Different Causes Of Perimenopause Depression?
The transitional phase to menopause is tough, and comes with a variety of symptoms that you don’t want to be having. We women will have no choice but to go through this stage and do our best when it comes to managing this particular condition. I am already going through some of these signs right now as I write this article, and honestly, I’m doing a pretty good job at coping with the changes!
One of the most dreaded symptoms I’ve experienced so far is perimenopause depression. This is a pretty serious ailment. Most people don’t realize they have it until their family and friends bring the idea up.
To understand perimenopause depression better, I’ll be sharing some of the most common (yet obvious) indicators of the disorder. And here they are: low energy levels, poor concentration, feelings of guilt and hopelessness, changes in sleep pattern, lack of interest in activities you once enjoyed and thoughts of suicide.
Again, it can be quite difficult for someone to identify these indicators, which is why having friends and family point those out for you would be wise. Having said that, what exactly causes the disorder to kick in, you ask? Well science was able to trace the roots down to hormonal imbalances, which is something that happens when undergoing perimenopause. The imbalance also upsets neurotransmitters like serotonin, in turn leaving you depressed or moody.
There are other triggers of perimenopause depression, such as the emotional trauma inflicted by the loss of a loved one. Being sickly most of the time has been shown to trigger the condition as well. People with existing diseases such as thyroid dysfunction and heart disease are more prone to acquiring the disorder compared to those in a better state of health.
Alcohol and drugs are depressants, so taking any or both of these in combination would mean more problems for you, my friend. Drinking a bottle of beer or a glass of wine may seem (and feel) like a great way to alleviate your burdened mood, but in truth they aren’t. They only serve to make aggravate the situation. So do yourself a favor and stay away from depressants.
Leaving perimenopause depression unattended isn’t wise, as the condition has the tendency to worsen over time. With that said, if you suspect that you have any of the symptoms described above, it’s recommended that you seek medical advice on the matter immediately.
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