Menopause & Mental Health
Perimenopause and menopause can be a challenging time for some. With so much more information being shared in the media and by celebrities such as Davina Mcall, Mariell Frostrop and Lorraine Kelly it is no longer being thought of as a taboo subject to be ignored. This is so helpful, with so much great information to be found such as on the Balance website https://www.balance-menopause.com to allow choice and knowledge around this time can make all the difference.
Many women are diagnosed with depression and anxiety and prescribed anti depressants or anti anxiety medication as they can experience symptoms which begin during perimenopause and menopause such as :
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Low self esteem
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Irritability
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Low motivation
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Low mood
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Panic attacks
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Anxiety
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Poor concentration / Brain fog
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Tiredness and exhaustion
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Hot flushes
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Joint pain
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Cognitive behavioural therapy can help you and there’s medical evidence to show this too:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/menopause/treatment/
So don’t struggle, get in touch today. I’m here to help.
