In this episode, Dr Shauna is joined by Professor Jayashri Kulkarni.
Jayashri is the founder and director of Her Centre Australia, the Monash Alfred Psychiatry Research Centre and Head of the Department of Psychiatry at Monash University.
Throughout her 25 year career, Jayashri has conducted ground-breaking clinical research and is internationally acknowledged as a leader and expert in the field of Women’s Mental Health, in particular, for her innovative work on reproductive hormones and mental illness.
Her world-first research in hormones and mental health has led to the development of new treatments for women, and she developed and launched Australia’s first women’s mental health hospital at Cabrini Health in September 2021.
In this episode, Shauna and Jayashri discuss topics including:
Career journey, passions and purpose
Menopause and depression
Symptoms to look for if you or someone you know is experiencing menopausal depression
How hormone changes impact the brain
The process of menopause
Hormone replacement therapy
Benefits and risks of HRT
Menopause in younger women and the difference in symptoms
PMS, PMDD and PME - what are they, the differences between them, symptoms to look out for
Postnatal depression
Hormones and mental health
A piece of advice for her 20-something self
If you'd like to learn more about Women's Mental Health, you can register for the Her Centre Australia Short Course here.
For more tips and resources from Jayashri:
Instagram: @hercentreaustralia
LinkedIn: Jayashri Kulkarni AM
Website: Her Centre Australia
Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.
Follow Dr Shauna and the podcast on social:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allaboutyou_withdrshaunawatts
https://www.instagram.com/drshaunawattsgp
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shauna-watts-a903a5247