World Menopause Day

Sometimes it feels like everyday has become a ‘something day’. The other day, I heard someone talking about ‘Wallpaper Appreciation Day!’

Some of these days, however, can help raise awareness of important issues. Today, for example, is, ‘World Menopause Day.’

Menopause and mental health 

Did you know that the menopause can affect your mental health? For example, women may experience anger and irritability, low mood, anxiety, brain fog and forgetfulness, and a loss of confidence or self-esteem.

If you are experiencing any off these, don’t feel like you just have to get on with it. NHS Inform Scotland – which I personally liked better than the other NHS webpages I found on this – suggests treatments including medication, therapy and mindfulness. Everyone’s experience is individual, and it is important to find something that works for you.

If you want to read more, visit:

https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/womens-health/later-years-around-50-years-and-over/menopause-and-post-menopause-health/menopause-and-your-mental-wellbeing#:~:text=Changes%20in%20your%20hormones%20during,anger%20and%20irritability

Or try:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/menopause/symptoms/