Survey study, 1989
Does thyroid disease cause behavioral and emotional problems, especially in women?
This review discusses that thyroid regulation problems happen more often in women than men and are often linked to behavioral and emotional symptoms, though it does not present new research findings.
What they did
This is a review article that discusses gender differences in how thyroid disease relates to behavior and emotions. It does not present a new study with research subjects.
What they found
The review notes that thyroid regulation problems occur much more commonly in women and are frequently linked to behavioral and emotional symptoms.
What it means for you
Women are at higher risk for thyroid problems. These problems may affect mood and behavior. Doctors should consider thyroid issues when assessing women's mental health and behavior changes.
About the study
- Original title
- Behavioral aspects of thyroid disease in women
- Authors
- Reus VI
- Journal
- The Psychiatric clinics of North America
- Year
- 1989
- Study design
- Survey study
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.1016/s0193-953x(18)30457-x
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