In this episode on reflection and resolutions, I share reflections on 2021, focusing on the impact of COVID-19 on women's mental health - from the stress of at-home parenting to the impact on pregnancy and postpartum. I then share data and tips on how to make effective resolutions for emotional wellness in this new year.

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

 
Links: 

WMH in the pandemic:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34077682/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33263142/

KFF Gender Gap in COVID:
https://www.kff.org/policy-watch/is-there-widening-gender-gap-in-coronavirus-stress/

Immediate Rewards Predict Adherence to Long-Term Goals: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27899467/

Subordinate and superordinate Goals:
https://iaap-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/aphw.12172

I discuss the relationship between hormonal contraceptives and mood, including some of the links with depression, to help guide you in your discussion with your doctor about the best contraceptive choice. 

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

Links:
An article I wrote on my blog: www.mindbodypregnancy.com/articles/hormonal-contraception-mood?rq=contraceptive
2018 Contraception Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29496297/
2016 Danish Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27680324/

I discuss the biological and psychological challenges of breastfeeding and how that can impact symptoms of depression and anxiety postpartum, both at the start and during weaning.

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

References in this episode:
Fearless Formula Feeder: http://www.fearlessformulafeeder.com/
ACOG Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21734617/ 

I share several studies noting why women experience more holiday stress than others, including the different types of stress, and then discuss the consequences of that stress on your physical and psychological well-being. Finally, I will share a 6-step action plan to help you decrease the stress of the holiday season.

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

Mentioned in this episode:
APA survey: https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2006/12/women-stress
Mt. Sinai survey: https://www.southnassau.org/sn/the-truth-about-stress

I review the impact physical activity and exercise has on many conditions - i.e. energy, sleep, mood, and premenstrual symptoms. I also share the current recommendations for exercise, discuss the recent scientific data, and challenge you to do a few experiments of your own.

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

Resources:

Radiance Program: annaglezermd.com/Radiance
Exercise and PMS: https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7465566/
Exercise & Sleep in Perinatal Women: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34081551/
Physical activity and perinatal and postpartum depression: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28589648/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29882074/

In this short episode, I will review the data behind Omega-3 fish oil and how and why it can improve depression in women - all to help you decide if it's a treatment option worth discussing with your doctor.  Stay tuned for new episodes weekly!

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

Articles referenced:
Zhang 2020: www.nature.com/articles/s41398-020-00886-3
Cochrane Library: www.cochranelibrary.com

 This episode will introduce you to mindfulness. I'll provide clarity on what mindfulness is and where the concept comes from, review the mental health benefits, and give you practical advice and suggestions for getting started.

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

Articles referenced:
BMC Pregnancy 2019: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31601170/
Arch of WMH: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30982086/
Meta-analysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27182732/
Midwifery 2018: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30099285/

 I define self-care and self-nurture and share the most common psychological and logistical obstacles to engaging in self-care. I will then review an interesting study by Dr. Alice Domar on women and self-nurture and provide practical solutions for overcoming the obstacles to self-care.

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

Resources mentioned:
Eisenhower's Urgent-Important Matrix
Pomodoro Technique
Alice Domar, PhD. Self-Nurture: Learning to Care for Yourself as Effectively as You Do Everyone Else

I review the most prominent symptom of postpartum depression - anxiety. I'll share how to distinguish Postpartum Depression (PPD) from Postpartum Anxiety (PPA) and the baby blues, and how to recognize PPD, along with risk factors and how to decrease them.

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

I'm so excited to launch this Women's Wellness Psychiatry podcast! In this introductory episode, I'll share my goals for you and the benefits of listening to this series, my education & clinical background, and provide a glimpse of topics to come!

To learn more about me and my reproductive psychiatry clinic helping patients across California, please visit - AnnaGlezerMD.com

Resources:
www.womensmentalhealth.org
www.postpartum.net
www.mindbodypregnancy.com/articles/tips-on-how-to-read-medical-journals