How Hypothyroidism Affects Your Mental Health | Beyond the Thyroid Ep. 44

Many people with hypothyroidism don’t just feel tired — they feel emotionally broken.

In Episode 44 of Beyond the Thyroid, Dr. Dana Gibbs dives into the psychological effects of hypothyroidism, sharing a real patient story that highlights how thyroid disease can quietly drive depression, anxiety, emotional numbness, and loss of identity — even when labs look “normal.”

🔍 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
How hypothyroidism impacts mood, motivation, and mental health
Why thyroid-related psychological symptoms are often dismissed
How delayed diagnosis affects relationships and self-worth
Why men and women experience thyroid disease differently
The dangers of both medical dismissal and unqualified alternative care
What integrative thyroid treatment can do differently

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Episode Highlights:
01:51 Mike's Story: A Common Experience
05:35 The Struggles of Women with Thyroid Disease
06:50 The Medical System's Shortcomings
09:36 The Consequences of Medical Dismissal
16:19 A New Approach to Thyroid Care
17:03 Resources for Patients and Clinicians
18:31 Conclusion and Call to Action

🎧 This episode is essential for anyone who’s been told their symptoms are “just stress,” “just depression,” or “all in their head.”

ABOUT THIS PODCAST
Welcome to Beyond the Thyroid with Dr. Dana Gibbs, M.D. — your go-to source for practical, science-based strategies to restore your energy, balance your hormones, and reclaim your life.

As a board-certified ENT surgeon turned integrative hormone and thyroid specialist, Dr. Gibbs goes beyond the standard TSH test to uncover the real reasons you still feel tired, foggy, or unwell. Each week, you’ll hear in-depth episodes on topics like thyroid disease, Hashimoto’s, hormone replacement therapy, weight loss in midlife, autoimmune health, and more.

Through real patient stories, expert interviews, and actionable tips, Dr. Gibbs equips you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about your health.

🎙️ Subscribe today on YouTube or your favorite podcast app and join a growing community of listeners who refuse to settle for “normal labs” when they still don’t feel their best.

ABOUT DR. DANA GIBBS
Dr. Dana Gibbs, M.D., is a board-certified ENT surgeon and integrative hormone and thyroid specialist based in Southlake, Texas. She helps patients who’ve been dismissed by conventional medicine find real answers and regain their vitality through advanced testing, personalized treatment plans, and a holistic approach to care. Dr. Gibbs is the founder of Consultants in Metabolism and host of the Beyond the Thyroid podcast.

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