Endocrine Abstracts

Background: The combined effect of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated restrictions have adversely affected population mental health. Periods of psychological distress can induce menstrual dysfunction. We previously demonstrated a significant disruption in women’s reproductive health during the first 6 months of the pandemic. The present study investigates longer term reproductive and mental health disturbances.Materials and Methods: An online surv...

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected population mental health. In April 2021 we conducted an observational study which demonstrated disruption in women’s reproductive and mental health during the first year of the pandemic. Our objective therefore was to perform follow up studies in this cohort of women at 6-monthly intervals, to assess the longer term enduring impact of the pandemic on reproductive and mental health.Materials/Me...

Background: Women with PCOS experience higher rates of depression and anxiety. There is a paucity of research relating to perinatal mental health in women with PCOS, as well as a lack of evidence-based guidelines for assessment and management of mental disorders specific to pregnant women with PCOS. Limited available evidence suggests PCOS is associated with a higher prevalence of perinatal mental health disorders. However, perinatal guidelines currently do no...