Whether you’re a full-time mom or balancing both work and family responsibilities, you probably know what it’s like to feel burned out by a never-ending to-do list. At one time or another, most women grapple with the stress of trying to be everything to everyone. Probably due in part to their multifaceted roles in our fast-paced, modern world, women are twice as likely as men to experience depression. But it’s more than just that—a woman’s biology also increases her vulnerability to depression. Specifically, the profound hormonal fluctuations that occur during the menstrual cycle, during and after childbirth, and leading up to menopause can trigger depressive symptoms for many women.
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