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What Causes Chronic Sadness And Depression?

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Iam a 60 years old female.I used to always be very happy with projects and goals.Lately I have been sad and depressed,wanting to cry which i have never experienced before.Is there any hormonal changes that might occur at my age now?by the way I do take hormones occasionlly,would it help the sadness or the hormones might be the reason?
Wed, 3 Sep 2014
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hi..thanks for writing.. i have understood your concerns..

the sad feelings and depression are very common at your age..causes may be retirement, loneliness, widowhood, empty home [children are not living with u] etc.. the hormonal changes occurs at the age of 45 to 50 years during menopause..

the treatment of depression with estrogen replacement therapy is a debate continuing for last 2 decades..there are pros and cons..treatment with hormones does not cause depression..

in my opinion u shud not take hormones on your own...consult a psychiatrist and tell him about your feelings and depression...

your depression can be easily treated with antidepressant medications and psychotherapy..

i hope u will find this advice helpful..best luck..
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What Causes Chronic Sadness And Depression?

hi..thanks for writing.. i have understood your concerns.. the sad feelings and depression are very common at your age..causes may be retirement, loneliness, widowhood, empty home [children are not living with u] etc.. the hormonal changes occurs at the age of 45 to 50 years during menopause.. the treatment of depression with estrogen replacement therapy is a debate continuing for last 2 decades..there are pros and cons..treatment with hormones does not cause depression.. in my opinion u shud not take hormones on your own...consult a psychiatrist and tell him about your feelings and depression... your depression can be easily treated with antidepressant medications and psychotherapy.. i hope u will find this advice helpful..best luck..