Oestrogen modulators as augmentation to antipsychotics for the treatment of post- and perimenopausal psychosis: a systematic review
Therapeutic Advances in Psychopharmacology
Published online on July 30, 2026
Abstract
Therapeutic Advances in Psychopharmacology, Volume 16, January-December 2026.
Background:It is theorised that oestrogen provides neuroprotection against psychosis. Oestrogen levels drop during post- and perimenopausal periods, creating a window for the onset of psychotic symptoms. Oestrogen treatment using hormonal therapy (HT) or ...
Background:It is theorised that oestrogen provides neuroprotection against psychosis. Oestrogen levels drop during post- and perimenopausal periods, creating a window for the onset of psychotic symptoms. Oestrogen treatment using hormonal therapy (HT) or ...