Neurobiology of Depression in Women
Activity
Large Group Session
Large Group Session
Spectrum of Premenstrual Disorders. Menopausal transition. What are the mechanisms behind the effects of estrogen for depression? Some women are more vulnerable to develop depression during periods of intense (normal) hormone fluctuation. The interaction between ovarian hormones and neurotransmitter systems may be associated with higher risk for depression in women.
Curriculum Block
Clerkship / Obstetrics and Gynecology Rotation
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Tags
Curriculum Block
Clerkship
Obstetrics and Gynecology Rotation
Discipline
Obstetrics and Gynecology
MCC Presentations
Depressed Mood
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (Premenstrual Syndrome, PMS)
McMaster Program Competencies
2.2 Apply biomedical scientific principles fundamental to health care for patients and populations.
MeSH
Depression [F01.145.126.350]
Premenstrual Syndrome [C23.550.568.968]
