Reproductive Psychiatry

In the United States, research indicates that the peak earning potential for individuals typically occurs during their 40s and 50s. This is a critical period in one’s professional life, as it often coincides with significant career advancements and the accumulation of valuable experience. However, for many women, this peak earning phase aligns with the onset of perimenopause.

Not to sound overly paranoid, but it is crucial that we implement comprehensive firearm reform legislation before some misguided individual decides to equip artificial intelligence robots with automatic weapons. The implications of such a scenario could be catastrophic, and we need to take proactive measures to prevent it from becoming a reality.

If a public figure like Charlie Kirk, who has vocally advocated for certain ideologies and beliefs, is not immune to the threats and violence that can arise from such advocacy, then it is difficult for me to feel assured that my family and loved ones are shielded from similar dangers.

Doulas are invaluable members of the medical community, providing essential support to individuals with uteruses during one of the most transformative times in their lives.

Motherhood brings joy and new beginnings, but for many women, it also brings emotional struggles that can feel overwhelming. Postpartum...

Who’s more likely to develop hormonal mediated mood disorders? Research indicates that females with ADHD are at a significantly higher risk. This vulnerability becomes particularly pronounced during pivotal life stages such as adolescence, peripartum and perimenopausal periods.

How upset will MAHA be when they realize the "root cause" of chronic illness is neglecting Women's Health!?!? This issue is not merely a statistic; it is a profound societal concern that affects the well-being of the entire population.

There are no randomized controlled trials of SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) in pregnancy because there is no ethics board that will approve randomly assigning treatment or placebo to pregnant people without their knowledge.

Most women don’t want to take a medication during pregnancy, and that’s totally fine. It is important to recognize that pregnancy is a unique and transformative time in a woman's life, and the desire to avoid medications often stems from a deep instinct to protect both the unborn child and their own health.

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When left untreated, it can significantly elevate your risk for severe cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.

So many people assume that because they develop depression in response to a specific stressor, it somehow invalidates their experience, leading them to believe it’s not “real depression.”

Did you know sex workers and victims of intimate partner violence are at very high risk of head injuries and subsequently Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy?

I feel so bad when people try these two substances: kratom and phenibut, because there is not adequate warning or education around them.

What do women do before doctors' appointments? They engage in thorough research and meticulous preparation.

The Newborn: Now whats? Do you remember that overwhelming moment when you first got home from the hospital with your newborn, feeling a rush of emotions as you thought, "Now what? Is this real life?"

“I may or may not have a problem with indecision,” says the woman with ADHD, a statement that encapsulates the struggles many face when navigating the complexities of daily choices.

Zuranolone, on the other hand, represents a groundbreaking alternative that has garnered attention for its accessibility and effectiveness. It is covered by most insurance plans due to the absence of other FDA-approved treatments specifically for postpartum depression.

Depression in Non-birthing partner increases baby's risk of depression. This is not what I anticipated being at the Postpartum Support International Conference 2025 in New Orleans, LA.

I feel like perimenopause is basically the new Wild West with even less regulations and rules. This phase of a woman's life can feel chaotic and unpredictable, much like the untamed frontier, where women are navigating a landscape that is still largely misunderstood and under-discussed in many circles.