The ob/gyn nurse I saw to day wanted me to take an SSRI drug for depression. NO WAY. I prefer to take St John's Wort, it too is an SSRI. When I told her I took supplements, she didnt ask which ones. THAT was very telling imho.

Low estrogen levels often found in menopause can cause feelings of sadness and hopelessness. Progesterone: This hormone helps to balance estrogen, helps promote sleep and has a natural calming effect. ... Cortisol: This stress hormone can cause depression if levels rise too high or fall to far below average.
Depression Symptoms in Women Due to Hormones | BodyLogicMD
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