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This literature review aims to synthesize evidence regarding the mental health impacts of PCOS on women.

The Impact of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome on Mental Health and Body Image in Women: A Clinical Literature Review

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Literature review highlights psychological burden in women with PCOS, suggesting lifestyle changes and therapy can help.

This literature review aims to synthesize evidence regarding the mental health impacts of PCOS on women.
Reviewed clinical studies and observational research related to PCOS and mental health.
Analyzed rates of depression and anxiety in women with PCOS versus healthy controls.
Evaluated modifiable risk factors for mental health issues linked to PCOS.
Examined the effectiveness of psychological interventions like CBT.
Approximately 49% of women with PCOS experience symptoms of depression.
Women with PCOS have significantly higher anxiety rates compared to healthy controls.
Lifestyle factors such as poor exercise and diet were identified as critical risk factors for mental health.
Body image disturbance mediates the relationship between PCOS symptoms and psychological distress.
CBT and psychosocial interventions were found to effectively reduce anxiety and depression symptoms.

Mazurkiewicz et al. (2026) studied this question.

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