Are you an emotional eater?
Guest post by Samantha Bailey, nutritionist and registered dietitian. It can be really easy to take in lots of extra calories, almost without realising you’re doing it if your desire to eat isn’t based on…
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Research callout: PCOS and psychological wellbeing
Edit 16.05.2020: This research study is now full My name is Lenita Wambeek, and I am a Trainee Clinical Psychologist currently studying at Coventry University and the University of Warwick. The following research study forms…
Tools for managing anxiety and depression
Guest post by Dr Carol Percy Anxiety is a common human experience, and the current COVID-19 crisis is anxiety-provoking for most of us. That may be more so for you if you already had issues…
RESEARCH CALLOUT: Impact of living with PCOS on physical and mental wellbeing
Hello – my name is Sharon and I was diagnosed with PCOS just over 30 years ago! Over that time, I have been seen by numerous GP’s and hospital consultants in various parts of the…
Symptom Update: Depression
Never underestimate the healing power of a hug. Recent research has shown how more frequent partner hugs and higher oxytocin levels are linked to lower blood pressure and heart rate in premenopausal women. Read the…
Symptom Update: Mental Health
Depression is found to be twice as prevalent in patients with diabetes as in the general population. (Moulton, C D et al 2015). As women with PCOS appear to have an increased risk of having…
Symptom Update: Anxiety
A recent study carried out by Palomba et al (2015) and published in the International Journal of Women’s Health has highlighted the complications of PCOS including mood disorders, such as depression and anxiety. The article…
Symptom Update: Anxiety
What’s good for your gut, may also be good for your brain! Anxiety and depression are common symptoms of PCOS. Recent research carried out by Dr Kirsten Tillisch and colleagues at Oxford University has revealed…