Deborah’s story is one of determined hope and her commitment to carving her own path through life is inspiring. Deborah discusses her complex medical history, and her battles with endometriosis, surgically induced menopause, and migraine. She captures the emotional pain of struggling to conceive and accepting life without having kids. Despite these challenges, Deborah chose to listen to her body, find self-acceptance, and overcome adversity. With unexpected optimism and a charming Scottish accent, Deborah brings a unique voice to the podcast in this episode. 

Content warning: this episode touches on issues around fertility and suicidal ideation.  

Disclaimer: menopause: unmuted is designed to raise awareness, encourage communication, and share information. It is not designed to provide medical advice or promote or recommend any treatment option.

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Additional information on topics discussed during this episode:

• Understanding and Evaluating Infertility and Mental Health and Infertility (Source: Society of Women’s Health Research)
• Endometriosis (Source: Mayo Clinic)
• Menopause and Mental Health (Source: Let’s Talk Menopause)
• Mental Health America

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