247 - Addiction and menopause
The Dr Louise Newson Podcast
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Early Hormonal Awareness Benefits Women's Health
Being proactive about understanding hormonal influences in women's health is crucial, especially in younger age groups, rather than waiting until later in life. Recognizing variations possibly linked to hormones like PMS or PMDD can help prevent drug or alcohol abuse around the menstrual cycle. Acknowledging the interaction between substance abuse and perimenopause symptoms is important, as they may temporarily alleviate issues but worsen them in the long run. Noting the similarity between hangover and perimenopause symptoms underscores the need for early awareness and intervention to promote overall well-being.
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