Specialized Care for the Psychological Health Needs of Women
The University Hospitals Department of Psychiatry delivers comprehensive psychological and psychiatric healthcare and counseling services to women of all ages and for the entire spectrum of mental health disorders.
Your Mental Health is Important. Don’t Delay Care.
If you are experiencing psychological distress for any reason,we can help. Call 216-844-2400 to schedule an in-person or
virtual appointment with a women’s mental health expert.
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Mental Health Encompasses a Wide Variety of Conditions
Mental health is an umbrella term that refers to the emotional, psychological and social well-being of an individual. One’s overall mental wellness can be affected by a variety of biological and psychosocial factors and can fluctuate over time and circumstances.
Due to a variety of physiological, hormonal and societal factors, some mental health disorders are more common in women than men, including depression and anxiety. And some, are unique to women alone, including those related to fertility, pregnancy and menopause. At University Hospitals, our team of women’s mental health experts are specially trained to recognize and treat all of the psychological disorders and conditions experienced by women.
Reproductive Behavioral Health
If you are experiencing emotional or psychological problems related to your reproductive health, including pregnancy, postpartum care, pregnancy loss, infertility, menopause, sexual health or gender transition, our Reproductive Behavioral Health Program can help.
Psychiatric Disorders & Conditions
For specialized diagnosis and treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, addiction and trauma, the UH Department of Psychiatry has the expertise to recognize and treat these conditions and more.
Know When to Seek Help
Regardless of the physiological or emotional reason(s) for a decline in mental wellness, there are certain warning signs that may indicate professional help is needed. These include:
- Dramatic mood swings
- Excessive fear, worry or irritability
- Feelings of hopelessness or sadness that don’t go away
- Insomnia or sleeping more than usual
- Loss of appetite or dramatic change in eating habits
- Loss of energy or extreme fatigue
- New or increased use of alcohol or drugs to cope
- No longer want to participate in activities you formerly enjoyed
- Physical ailments (headaches, body aches) without a clear cause
- Self-imposed isolation and social withdrawal
- Suicidal thoughts