Multiple chatbots simulate group therapy to help women manage premenstrual syndrome

A research team has designed and implemented a group motivational interviewing system using multiple chatbots to support premenstrual syndrome (PMS), a common disorder among women. The system consists of chatbots serving as a facilitator or peers, which simulate a group counseling environment for PMS management. The study could provide valuable insights into the use of … Read more

‘Menstrual health affects everything – our work, our relationships, our mental health. Yet it’s still whispered about’ – The Irish Times

Hazel Wallace is just home after a celebratory brunch in London, a warm and glittering event to mark the publication of her fourth book, Not Just a Period. She has shared glimpses of the picturesque gathering on her Instagram feed, the pictures nestled alongside her signature posts: beautifully plated blueberry oats recipes for the luteal … Read more

Woman Gives Birth on Road, Baby Neglected for Songkran Festival

Bangkok Woman ‌Allegedly Abandons Newborn During Songkran Festival; Baby Dies Table of Contents Bangkok Woman ‌Allegedly Abandons Newborn During Songkran Festival; Baby Dies Conflicting Accounts adn Eventual confession CCTV​ Footage Reveals Birth, Abandonment Police Investigation and Mother’s Claims Friend Expresses Disappointment Bangkok woman Allegedly ‌Abandoned Newborn:‌ A Q&A What happened in Bangkok during the Songkran … Read more

What is causing girls to get their period at an earlier age? – The Irish Times

In recent years, researchers have investigated the impact of hormonal fluctuations on brain structure during the menstrual cycle, how the internal circadian rhythm affects menstruation, and how women experience increased mental agility during menstruation. The representation of women in medical research studies and trials has increased over the years, with vital research now being conducted … Read more

New review maps the impact of reproductive hormones on neurological health

Archyde The Profound Impact of Reproductive Hormones on Neurological Health Table of Contents 1. The Profound Impact of Reproductive Hormones on Neurological Health 2. Complex Interactions: Hormonal Influence on the Nervous System 3. A Broad Scope of Neurological Conditions 4. Implications for Clinical Practice and Future Research 5. A Tribute to Dr. Seymour Reichlin 6. … Read more

New review maps the impact of reproductive hormones on neurological health

A comprehensive review published today in Brain Medicine by leading neuroendocrinologist Professor Hyman M. Schipper from McGill University’s Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery maps out the extensive influence of reproductive hormones on neurological health and disease. This landmark review, appearing in a special Festschrift issue honoring Dr. Seymour Reichlin’s centennial, systematically examines how sex hormones … Read more

Postpartum depression research could lead to blood test for at-risk women

New postpartum depression research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and Weill Cornell Medicine could lead to a blood test to identify women at risk and possibly even to a preventive treatment. The research suggests that pregnant women may have characteristic levels of certain molecules in their blood that can warn that they … Read more

Hormonal shifts in menopause redefine women’s microbiome and risks

Discover how menopause transforms the microbiome and its crucial role in shaping health solutions for women—personalized interventions may hold the key to better aging outcomes. Review: Menopausal shift on women’s health and microbial niches. Image Credit: ClareM / Shutterstock In a recent review article in the journal npj Women’s Health, researchers described the ‘menopausal shift’ and highlighted … Read more

How Menopause Reshapes the Microbiome and Impacts Women’s Health

How Menopause Reshapes the Microbiome and What It Means for Women’s Health Menopause is more than just a biological milestone—it’s a transformative phase that reshapes a woman’s body in profound ways. Beyond the well-known symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings, emerging research reveals that menopause also triggers significant changes in the microbiome, the complex … Read more