Anxiety and depression in polycystic ovary syndrome: a comprehensive investigation.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is associated with high levels of depression, which impact quality of life and limit self-efficacy, yet less is known about prevalence of anxiety. This cross-sectional, observational study of community-based women with PCOS comprehensively examined mood and found that anxiety existed at higher levels than depression, anxiety was underdiagnosed, and more women with PCOS who reported infertility were depressed.
Deeks
Amanda A
AA
The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health Research Group, Centre for Women's Health Research, Monash Institute of Medical Research, Clayton, Victoria, Australia 3168. amanda.deeks@med.monash.edu.au
Gibson-Helm
Melanie E
ME
Teede
Helena J
HJ
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D001007:Anxiety / Q000150:complications / Q000453:epidemiology*; D003625:Data Collection; D003863:Depression / Q000150:complications / Q000453:epidemiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010865:Pilot Projects; D011085:Polycystic Ovary Syndrome / Q000150:complications / Q000453:epidemiology*; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D055815:Young Adult