Within the field of psychiatry, there is a growing body of literature studying the use of antidepressants in women in the context of pregnancy and the postpartum period. However, much less attention has focused on the impact of these drugs on fertility, particularly in men. Because major depressive disorders affect about one in 10 American [...]
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Top 10 Blog Posts from the MGH Center for Women’s Mental Health
December 23, 2008 – 10:23 am
Happy holidays from the Center for Women’s Mental Health! As we finish up 2008, we thank you for your support and interest in our program over the past year.
The following are the ten most widely read posts from our blog over the past six months:
1. Use of Wellbutrin (Bupropion) During Pregnancy – February 20, 2007
2. [...]
Depression is Common Following Successful IVF
May 18, 2008 – 9:29 am
Psychological symptoms play a significant role in infertility. Some studies have examined the impact of psychological symptoms (e.g., anxiety, depression) on fertility status. Most of this research has focused on women with unsuccessful IVF treatment. Some have investigated the extent to which a woman’s psychological state during assisted reproductive therapy (ART, which [...]
Fertility and Antipsychotic Medications
February 14, 2008 – 10:37 am
Infertility is a problem which has gained increased attention over the past several decades. While many factors may contribute to infertility, some medications may also affect reproductive functioning and thus may have an impact on fertility. This post will focus on the antipsychotic drugs, which are now used to treat many psychiatric disorders [...]
