Psychosocial Risk Factors for Depression Among Women with Endometriosis
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2019
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Twyford, Louise S
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Endometriosis is a complex gynaecological condition affecting approximately 2-17% of
women. The abnormal growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus often results in chronic
pelvic pain, dysmenorrhoea, dyspareunia, fatigue and infertility. Several theories attempt to
explain the aetiology of endometriosis, but its exact origin remains incomplete. Treatments aid
in supressing symptoms but no cure is currently available. Endometriosis has significant
psychosocial impact on women, leaving them susceptible to poor mental health and reduced
quality of life. This review will explore the aetiology, symptoms and treatments for
endometriosis, and discuss the impact of endometriosis on the psychosocial wellbeing of
affected women.
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School of Psychology
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Thesis (M.Psych(Health)) -- University of Adelaide, School of Psychology, 2019
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