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Signs and Symptoms of Depression

At this time of great change, you can experience times when all seems confused and futile. To help you to handle these changes and the adjustments they involve successfully, the help of a psychotherapist can be invaluable but take care to find the right one.

The menopause doesn't have to mean depression
In our grandmother's time, much was said about the melancholy caused by the mysterious and awesome 'change of life'. Today, the link between menopause and depression appears more tenuous. Of course, the reduction of oestrogen can affect miracle, because it causes a shortage of serotonin (the hormone that creates a sense of well-being and euphoria). Also, the lack of sleep makes you feel less energetic during the day. However, a good hormonal replacement treatment will solve all that. If you do feel ups and downs, they are mainly caused by our society's disparaging attitude towards, or worse still, total unconcern for, women said to be 'of a certain age'. If you feel as if you have become transparent and good for nothing and, in fact, ready for the scrap heap, the analysts are there to help you.

Analytical psychotherapy
A psychotherapist will not prescribe tranquillizers, sleeping pills or anti-depressants. His/her work relies upon verbal communication and the relationship established between you. Its aim is to help make you aware of your inner conflicts, thus enabling you to approach your life differently. What distinguishes psychotherapy from psychoanalysis is that the former takes less time and can focus on a specific problem, in this case how to deal with menopausal changes. Therapy can last several months or several years, depending on your needs - and size of your wallet - and involves one or several, sessions per week.

Some Facts

• It can take a long time to realize you are suffering from depression. Get help as soon as you are aware of the symptoms.
• Be prepared to see several therapists before making your choice. If you don't get on with one therapist, find another.