160 - Thinking hormones in psychiatric consultations with Dr Devika Patel

The Dr Louise Newson Podcast · Jul 12, 2022 · 30m

Dr Devika Patel joins Dr Louise Newson in this episode of the podcast to share how a chance encounter when overhearing an educational webinar on the menopause was a light bulb moment for her practice as a psychiatrist. Devika takes us through her journey of how this knowledge from learning about menopause has transformed the psychiatric care she now offers to her patients. Devika’s 3 tips for those with mental health challenges who are in perimenopause/menopause: Don’t forget the important lifestyle changes (healthy diet, exercise, reduce stress, improve sleep and have meaningful connections…