Mental Health as Assessed by the Symptom Checklist 90 (SCL-90) Scores in Women with and Without Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
July 2025
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Journal of Clinical Medicine
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research Type D Personality, Stress Levels, and Coping Strategies in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with type D personality and PCOS experience more stress and use less effective coping strategies.
research Anxiety and Depression in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) often have higher levels of anxiety and depression, especially if they live in rural areas, have less education, don't have children, are over 30, or are obese.
research Depression, Anxiety, and Perceived Stress in Women With and Without PCOS: A Community-Based Study
Women with PCOS are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and stress.
research The Prevalence and Phenotypic Features of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Polycystic ovary syndrome affects about 6-10% of women, with varying symptoms and the need for standardized global definitions.
research Metformin Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Improves Health-Related Quality of Life, Emotional Distress, and Sexuality
Metformin improves quality of life, emotional health, and sex life in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Revised 2003 Consensus on Diagnostic Criteria and Long-Term Health Risks Related to Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
The 2003 consensus updated PCOS diagnosis criteria and linked PCOS to higher risks of diabetes and heart problems, recommending lifestyle changes to lower these risks.