Ep.56 Mental Health in Midlife Women: Anxiety, Depression and Treatment Options

In May 2023, during Mental Health Awareness Month, I had the opportunity of having a Q&A discussion in front of a live audience with Laurie Little, Psy.D., who is the Chief Patient Experience Officer and staff psychologist at the Lindner Center of Hope in Cincinnati, Ohio.  The center has an amazing auxiliary of women, who support special programs and projects.  This year's luncheon and auction helped to fund psychiatric services for patients needing financial assistance.  One in four Americans suffer from some type of mental illness.  With an influential audience of mostly midlife women, Dr. Little and I decided to dig into this topic as it pertains to this specific population.  The conversation was robust, informative, and so well-received, that we decided it warranted a sit-down with a podcast recording.  In this episode Dr. Laurie Little and I discuss:- Why midlife women are particularly susceptible to emotional and mental issues- Invisible Woman Syndrome- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and how it works for her female patients- What behaviors Dr. Little typically sees in midlife women- Differentiating bipolar depression and personality disorders- When certain behaviors become problematic - eating disorders, over-indulging, substance abuse, addictions- Minimizing the stigma of seeking mental health servicesSince 2008, Lindner Center of Hope has served as a lifeline to tens of thousands who've faced the struggles of mental illness or addiction, offering a wide range of mental health services and treatments in an atmosphere that promotes long-term healing.https://lindnercenterofhope.org/_________________________________________If you’re doing “all the right things” and still feel stuck, adding a layer of support may be an option. I’ve partnered with a trusted telehealth platform offering modern solutions for women in midlife—including micro-dosed GLP-1 and other peptide therapies.https://elliemd.com/michelefolan - Create a free account to view all products.Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/askingforafriend_pod/✨ Sign up for my weekly newsletter: https://michelefolanfasterway.myflodesk.com/i6i44jw4fqLike to connect? Email me at [email protected] Transcripts are created with AI and may not be perfectly accurate.Disclaimer: This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.