hypothyroidism causing depression
What causes the psychological symptoms? The cause is sometimes abnormal thyroid hormone levels. Hyperthyroidism can cause anxiety, irritability and mood swings, while hypothyroidism can cause mental slowing and memory problems as well as depression.
64% of women and 57% of men with hypothyroidism report feelings of depression. About the same percentage of men and women also experience anxiety . In one study, thyroid hormone replacement improved depression in patients with mild hypothyroidism, compared to a placebo .