Any women here go through perimenopause? Was depression a symptom?

I am going to be tested for it (I’m 41). My sister (who is now 51) when through perimenopause at 38. My Mom, who passed away from Ovarian Cancer, had a full hysterectomy after she had me at 39.

My periods last a day and they’re very light. I don’t have cramps anymore. They have been light for a good 5 years now, but now (last couple of years) I barely have much of a period.

I find that I can be moody at times. And I have no control over my moods and can be the occasional Debbie Downer. Waaaa Waaah.

My sister (who is an RN) suggested that I be tested for perimenopause. She also talked about a herbal remedy called Black Cohosh. Anyone heard of it/tried it?