"During perimenopause and menopause, many women report low self-esteem, trouble concentrating, decreased motivation, inability to sleep, as well as cognitive issues like having trouble finding words and struggling with short-term memory. Such cognitive problems lead many women to fear they may be facing dementia or Alzheimer's. During this stage of life, women often face other chronic stressors, such as caring for aging parents, navigating divorce or co- parenting issues, and dealing with other health issues."
"Many women lack the energy to do the things that would help them better manage their symptoms, like eating healthier, exercising, and spending quality time with friends. Dr. Louise Newson developed an online questionnaire regarding symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause. With over 80 indicators, this comprehensive list includes symptoms affecting women's cognition, mood, sense of self, nervous system, skin/hair, digestive system (including weight gain), menstrual cycle/genitourinary system, musculoskeletal system, and more, clearly demonstrating the mind/body connection."
Perimenopause and menopause commonly exacerbate mental health problems, including increased rates of depression, anxiety, mood swings, and alcohol or substance misuse. Women with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder may experience symptom worsening during perimenopause and menopause. Cognitive complaints such as poor concentration, word-finding difficulty, and short-term memory loss are frequent and can provoke fears of dementia. Many women face concurrent chronic stressors like caregiving, divorce, or other health conditions, and often lack energy for self-care behaviors. A comprehensive online questionnaire of over 80 indicators spans cognitive, mood, somatic, reproductive, and musculoskeletal symptoms, illustrating strong mind–body links. Earlier menopause and vasomotor symptoms raise first-time depression risk.
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