What Are the Common Mental Health Issues in Gynecology?
Common mental health issues encountered in gynecology include:
- Depression: Particularly related to pregnancy and postpartum periods. - Anxiety: Often related to reproductive health concerns or procedures. - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Especially in survivors of sexual assault or birth trauma. - Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD): Sometimes related to gynecological conditions like PCOS. - Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD): Severe, debilitating form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
