Dr. Teri Pearlstein

Biography

Dr. Teri Pearlstein is a Professor Emerita in Psychiatry and Medicine at Brown University. She has made significant contributions to the field of women’s mental health, especially in the assessment and treatment of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD). Her research has explored the efficacy of various antidepressant medications and other treatments for PMDD, including numerous placebo-controlled clinical trials. Dr. Pearlstein's extensive studies include evaluating fluoxetine's impact on PMDD and conducting large-scale follow-up studies to assess long-term treatment effects on women's function and quality of life. She has also been involved in the treatment of other psychiatric conditions such as dysthymia, post-traumatic stress disorder, and binge eating disorder. Currently, Dr. Pearlstein is engaged in analyzing data from a two-site R01 grant that evaluates treatment efficacy for postpartum depression. She is committed to mentoring upcoming researchers and examining the interrelation of sleep and mood changes during pregnancy and postpartum. Additionally, Dr. Pearlstein's work as a co-investigator on mindfulness-based studies highlights her dedication to incorporating innovative treatment approaches for mental health conditions.

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