PCOS beyond periods: How it affects mental health and metabolism
Published on: Jan. 5, 2026, 1 a.m. | Source: Times of India
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, also known as PCOS, gets a lot of attention — primarily for things like irregular periods, acne, and trouble getting pregnant. But honestly, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. PCOS reaches way deeper, messing with both mental health and metabolism in ways people don’t always talk about. Research shows that about 8 to 13% of women of reproductive age around the world live with PCOS, so we’re talking about one of the most common hormone disorders out there. And the more researchers dig into it, the clearer it gets: PCOS is about way more than just periods.
