Mortality Rate For Women After Menopause
Untreated mental health problems are likely to worsen at menopause, but menopause by itself is not a risk factor for depression (Pearce et al., 1995; Thacker, 1997). The increased risk for depression prenatally or after childbirth suggests a role for hormonal influences, although evidence also exists for the role of stressful life events. For many years women have been taking medication that includes synthetic hormones to treat symptoms during menopause. There are several pharmaceutical companies that have manufactured and sold these products.