User:Nicoleschully/Polycystic ovary syndrome

Mental Health[edit]
Women with PCOS are far more likely to have depression than women without. Symptoms of depression might be heightened by certain physiological manifestations of this disease such as hirsutism or obesity that can lead to low self-esteem or poor body image. Researchers suggest that there be mental health screenings performed in tandem with PCOS assessment in order to identify these complications early and treat them accordingly.

PCOS is associated with other mental health related conditions besides depression such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, and obsessive–compulsive disorder. Additionally, it has been found to significantly increase risk of eating disorders. Screening for these mental health conditions will also be helpful in treatment of PCOS.

Lifestyle changes for people with PCOS have been proven to be difficult due to lack of intrinsic motivation, altered risk perception or other PCOS-related barriers. However, self management techniques and behavior change can be taught in a multidisciplinary approach with the goal of supporting those with PCOS in managing their symptoms.

1. Brutocao, C., Zaiem, F., Alsawas, M., Morrow, A. S., Murad, M. H., & Javed, A. (2018). Psychiatric disorders in women with polycystic ovary syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Endocrine, 62(2), 318–325.https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12020-018-1692-3

2. Berni, T. R., Morgan, C. L., Berni, E. R., & Rees, D. A. (2018b, April 10). Polycystic ovary syndrome is associated with adverse mental health and neurodevelopmental outcomes. OUP Academic.https://academic.oup.com/jcem/article/103/6/2116/4964634

3. Ee, C., Pirotta, S., Mousa, A., Moran, L., & Lim, S. (2021, November 23). Providing lifestyle advice to women with PCOS: An overview of practical issues affecting success - BMC endocrine disorders. SpringerLink. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12902-021-00890-8

Mental Health
Women with PCOS are far more likely to have depression than women without. Symptoms of depression might be heightened by certain physiological manifestations of this disease such as hirsutism or obesity that can lead to low self-esteem or poor body image. Researchers suggest that there be mental health screenings performed in tandem with PCOS assessment in order to identify these complications early and treat them accordingly.

PCOS is associated with other mental health related conditions besides depression such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, and obsessive–compulsive disorder. Additionally, it has been found to significantly increase risk of eating disorders. Screening for these mental health conditions will also be helpful in treatment of PCOS.

Lifestyle changes for people with PCOS have been proven to be difficult due to lack of intrinsic motivation, altered risk perception or other PCOS-related barriers. However, self management techniques and behavior change can be taught in a multidisciplinary approach with the goal of supporting those with PCOS in managing their symptoms.