In addition to the physical changes a women
experiences in perimenopause, the emotional issues of depression,
anxiety, anger and mood swing issues often go hand-in-hand with
perimenopause, the transitional time before menopause.
One study places perimenopause women at double the
risk for depression than pre menopausal women. This study also found no
difference in depression rates between women taking hormone replacement
therapy and those not taking HRT.
While perimenopause is a period of increased risk for depression, a
history of depression also places women at an increased risk for an
earlier onset of perimenopause.
Recent studies also conclude that perimenopause, in itself, does not
cause depressions, anger, anxiety and mood swing issues, but that the
hormone fluctuation in perimenopause act as a trigger for pre-existing
depression, anger, anxiety and mood swing issues.
For women who experience feelings of depression - loss of appetite,
insomnia and general loss of pleasure in life - or anger, anxiety or
mood swing issues during perimenopause, some simple lifestyle changes
can help alleviate these stresses.
Numerous studies point to the positive affects of exercise on
depression and stress-related anger, anxiety and mood swing issues.
Exercise has antidepressant and anxiolytic effects and exercise is a
great stress-buster. A brisk walk three times each week may help women
in perimenopause recover faster from depression, reduce its severity or
even ward off depression altogether. Other studies show that people who
exercise regularly typically have fewer mental and physical health
problems.
Exercise boosts serotonin levels and can also stimulate endorphins.
Exercise burns energy, which can help you sleep better at night and it
burns calories, which helps with the weight gain often associated with
perimenopause and menopause.
Simply taking your frustrations and anger out on the walking path
diverts the frustrations from erupting on spouses, children, friends and
co-workers.
The best way to start a new exercise regime is by starting slow and
setting realistic goals. Many women find that walking or working out
with a group helps them stay on track with their exercise goals.
Making a commitment to walking for just 10 minutes three times a day
for two to three weeks can firmly establish an exercise habit. Once your
exercise habit is established, gradually increase the length and
intensity of workouts. Ideally, women with perimenopause depression,
anxiety, anger and mood swings should exercise a minimum of 30 minutes
three to four days each week.
It may take several weeks of regular exercise before you notice an
improvement in your mood so start your new exercise regime with a
long-haul commitment. Studies show that people see the greatest effects
after four months of regular exercise.
Talk with your doctor first about an exercise regime if you have a
medical condition or are out of shape.
Diet also plays an important role in the emotional aspects of
depression, anger, anxiety and mood swings. Trading junk food and
processed foods for a diet rich in protein and especially Omega-3
essential fatty acids can greatly help regulate the brain. Omega-3 fatty
acids are absolutely necessary to healthy mental functioning and
essential fatty acid deficiencies can make women more susceptible to
depression. Cold water fish like salmon and tuna, along with flaxseed
oil, are great sources of Omega-3 fatty acids.
Women in perimenopause suffering from depression, anger, anxiety and
mood swings should also reduce their intake of sugar, caffeine and
carbohydrates. These diet elements give a quick lift but what goes up
must come down...
Several dietary supplements are considered important to mental
functionality. Women in perimenopause who experience depression, anger,
anxiety and mood swing issues should consider supplementing their diet
with specific food sources. The amino acid tryptophan, a natural
relaxant, reduces anxiety and depression by increasing serotonin levels.
GABA works as a natural tranquilizer. DLPA raises endorphin levels and
tyrosene is a natural stimulant.
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