Various studies have indicated that 20% of the women during and post pregnancy are affected with depression. Also 80% of the women suffer from at least one mental health disorder in their life. The symptoms of depression may be short lived or subtle however in 10% of the women they are more pronounced due to certain trigger points. Women who have a family or personal history of mental illness, have had a difficult childhood are more vulnerable to develop mental health issues. If such issues
are left untreated, it can affect the fetus or lead to abnormaities. It has been shown that children of depressed mothers are at risk of being slower intellectually and emotionally. With appropriate treatment, which may include medications that are compatible with pregnancy and breastfeeding, the afflicted woman can recover, and regain optimal functioning to prepare for the birth, and to care for her baby.

Infertility can affect a woman’s sense of well-being, and the stress of undergoing infertility treatments can be immense, often experienced as an emotional roller-coaster ride. Depression and anxiety can often set in, and this in turn can possibly lower the chances of conception. Therapy, counselling, and where necessary, medication, can be provided to enable the woman to overcome her emotional difficulties, and cope better. Paras Bliss offers psychological help and support to treat and manage the same.

Women who have had a pregnancy loss, whether intentional or not, are at an increased risk of depression, and other emotional symptoms. Often, these psychological issues will resurface again during a subsequent pregnancy. Paras Bliss and its team of psychologists area able to provide the right treatment and support for such type of mental complications.

Many women in their reproductive years experience transient physical and emotional changes around the time of their period; usually, these symptoms are mild and tolerable. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a more severe form of premenstrual syndrome affecting about 5% of women in their reproductive years, and is characterized by more significant premenstrual mood disturbance.Symptoms include irritability, depressed mood, anxiety, as well as the usual physical symptoms. These symptoms emerge one to two weeks preceding menses and resolve completely with the onset of menses, and result in marked social or occupational impairment, especially in interpersonal functioning. With appropriate treatment, women can expect to be relieved.

Not uncommonly, women who are experiencing menopause can experience physical symptoms as well as emotional symptoms, such as depression, anxiety and insomnia. For those with prominent emotional symptoms, psychological therapy and medication can be beneficial in alleviating the distress.

Paras Bliss specialises in treating and managing the below mentioned mental health disorders commonly seen in adolescents.

• Mood Disorders – Depression and Bipolar Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Psychosomatic disorders
• Stress-related and Adjustment Disorders
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Austism Spectrum Disorder
• Tourette Syndrome