Recent Publications in Women’s Mental Health

Recent Publications in Women’s Mental Health

PMS AND PMDD

Exploring the diagnosis and treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder in the US healthcare system: a qualitative investigation.

Chan K, Rubtsova AA, Clark CJ.

BMC Women’s Health. 2023 May 17;23(1):272.

Participant experiences demonstrated that much of the diagnostic and treatment processes were burdened on the patient, and that successful navigation within the healthcare system was dependent on high levels of self-advocacy.

Does Symptom-Onset Treatment With Sertraline Improve Functional Impairment for Individuals With Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder?: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Yonkers KA, Altemus M, Gilstad-Hayden K, Kornstein SG, Gueorguieva R.

J Clin Psychopharmacol. 2023 Jul-Aug 01;43(4):320-325.

Only the relationship

Technology gaps can cause revenue loss for hotels

Technology gaps can cause revenue loss for hotels

With the hospitality industry getting transformed completely by the technology in recent years, the technology is also being updated regularly. However, not all hoteliers seem to be on board for this “technological revolution”. But this approach of sticking to old school hospitality may not be the right way forward for the hoteliers because in the long run it may cause them significant setbacks. The adoption of technology is not just an option anymore, it is a requirement. Reluctance to move towards new technology can cause significant technology gaps in the hotel’s infrastructure and this can cause the property to lose

The Choice is Yours: Treat the Symptoms or Treat the Cause

The Choice is Yours: Treat the Symptoms or Treat the Cause

Unfortunately, the medical establishment and the people have been conditioned to focus on the symptoms and not the cause. One just has to view the TV advertisements: psoriasis, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, constipation, acne, insomnia, hair loss, overweight, chronic fatigue, and on and on. I can’t remember ever seeing an advertisement focusing on the cause for cancer, high blood pressure, vertigo, acne, obesity, cataracts, insomnia, fatigue, etc. Big Pharma has taken control and brainwashed the doctors and public to accept treating the symptoms as good medicine.

The real problem is that medical schools do not train doctors to diagnose

Fenugreek: Herb with Impressive Health Benefits |

Fenugreek, also known as fenugreek seeds or methi seeds, is a plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. Fenugreek is an herb that you can find in many Indian dishes. With its fresh and dried seeds, fresh fenugreek leaves, twigs and roots used as a spice, flavoring agent and supplement, it has been shown to have varied health benefits.

Fenugreek may be able to help with controlling blood sugar levels. Fenugreek may also produce symptoms of indigestion such as heartburn or stomach upset. fenugreek SEEDS are high in fiber which helps regulate bowel movements and prevent constipation while promoting healthy

Mediterranean Diet Memorial Day Tips

Mediterranean Diet Memorial Day Tips

If you are looking to include a healthy lifestyle into your upcoming holiday, check out these tips for creating a Mediterranean diet Memorial Day spread that is equal parts delicious, easy and healthy.

Working the Mediterranean Diet into your Life



What I truly love about this lifestyle is that it’s meant to be adapted and worked into your life.

That means enjoying your favorite foods and adapting your favorite recipes to be a bit more “mediterranean diet inspired”. It could be as simple as using olive oil in place of butter or adding more veggies to a dish.


Importance of Calcium during Menopause

Importance of Calcium during Menopause

Calcium and Menopause – Ayurvedic Approach

Women need extra calcium during menopause because of the hormonal changes that occur in the body during this time. As estrogen levels decline, the body can lose bone mass and density, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures. Calcium is essential for maintaining strong bones, and women who do not consume enough calcium may be at higher risk of bone loss and osteoporosis. Supplementing with calcium can help reduce this risk and support overall bone health during menopause

As women age, their bodies undergo several changes, including menopause. Menopause is a natural biological

US healthcare quality is poor because…

US healthcare quality is poor because…

Consumers don’t care.

Yesterday we dove into the disconnect between patient satisfaction (my nurse was sooo nice and my room…wow!) and quality of care (how likely was I to die).

Today, we focus on how this affects our healthcare. Or, as the researchers put it;

In an era of management by satisfaction survey, how does hospital competition shape the kind of medical services offered to patients?

Leaving out the coefficients, standardized deviations, null estimates and other researchers’ esoterica, we find:

Local competition among hospitals leads to higher patient satisfaction, but lower medical quality.

Yep, because we consumers value quiet

More Data on Pregnancy Outcomes Associated with Lithium Use During Pregnancy

More Data on Pregnancy Outcomes Associated with Lithium Use During Pregnancy

For women taking lithium for the treatment of bipolar disorder, choosing whether to maintain or discontinue lithium during pregnancy is challenging. This is a process which requires careful and thoughtful consideration, weighing the risk of adverse outcomes associated with exposure to lithium against the risk of recurrent illness in the setting of medication discontinuation. While we have considerable information regarding the teratogenicity of lithium, we have much less data regarding other pregnancy and neonatal outcomes.

Analyzing data from five linked Swedish national registersHastie and colleagues investigated the associations between lithium use during pregnancy and adverse pregnancy and