Mental Health And The Menopausal Woman

Talk Therapy

Talk therapy is another good option to help with an individual's mental health. Studies have shown even individuals without mental health issues can benefit from having a therapist. In talk therapy, patients discuss their thoughts and feelings and concerns with their therapist to work through them. It's helpful for individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, personality disorders, or any number of mental health issues. It can also be helpful for menopausal women who need to work through their feelings about the changes happening to their bodies. Some menopausal women struggle with menopause because they're having trouble facing their age or the differences in how their bodies function.

Consider lifestyle changes next.

Lifestyle Changes

Lifestyle changes for natural relief for a patient dealing with menopause, mental health issues, or both at the same time include getting adequate sleep and establishing a regular bedtime routine, getting more active and regularly exercising, trying relaxation and stress-reducing activities such as yoga, tai chi, meditation, or a massage. Other changes include quitting smoking and drinking alcohol. Some women even choose to take multivitamins formulated for women undergoing menopause or other supplemental vitamins and minerals to help mitigate their symptoms.

Of course, women should always get in contact with their doctor to ensure any drastic lifestyle changes or treatments they wish to undergo are the appropriate options for them. Remember ladies, you are not your menopause, and your menopause is not you. The physical and mental symptoms you are experiencing will get better with time!