In recent decades, significant progress has been made in understanding the influence of sex hormones on women's mental health. The perimenopausal and menopausal periods are characterized by increased vulnerability to depression. This article provides an overview of current knowledge on the clinical specificities of perimenopausal and menopausal depression, the neurobiological mechanisms involved, and management recommendations. Integrating this knowledge into our clinical practice is essential for improving the quality of women's mental healthcare.
Lamyae Benzakour (Thu,) studied this question.