Both testosterone and GH have been linked to depression. Testosterone production decreases with age, which hinders many other functions in the body. Low testosterone causes feelings of fatigue and lag, as well as reduced motivation and vigor. The end result is a once strong and inspired man now feels tired and in need of rest. This demoralizing realization can be emotionally devastating to a man. This means low testosterone levels not only have physical effects, but also functional and emotional declines. This combination further exacerbates the emotional downward spiral.
The link between hypogonadism and emotional disorders is nothing new; testosterone injections was used as a treatment for depression more than 60 years ago. Although it was replaced by pharmacological antidepressants over time, recent evidence has highlighted the beneficial effects of testosterone therapy in men suffering from depression. Testosterone treatment may not only be effective at treating depression, but also for alleviating symptoms that are resistant to more traditional antidepressants.
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