“…many women report symptoms of moodiness,
depressed mood, anxiety, stress, and
a decreased sense of well-being during perimenopause”.1
Umbrella
What may the Menopause Anxiety Umbrella include?
Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:
- Anxiety
- Menopause
- Menopause Anxiety
Anxiety
What is anxiety?
DotS the definition of anxiety may vary. In Anxiety the (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health’s (JH) definition is:
There are several women’s health conditions that are associated with anxiety, for example, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome and menopause”.2
Menopause
Is there an association between menopause and anxiety?
In Menopause FAQS: Menopause Symptoms – Q. My family tells me that I’ve become moody, and I admit that I sometimes feel blue or short-tempered. Menopause? the North American Menopause Society note:
“A. Most women make the transition into menopause without experiencing depression, but many women report symptoms of moodiness, depressed mood, anxiety, stress, and a decreased sense of well-being during perimenopause. Women with a history of clinical depression or a history of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or postpartum depression seem to be particularly vulnerable to recurrent depression during perimenopause, as are women who report significant stress, sexual dysfunction, physical inactivity, or hot flashes”.3
In Can Menopause Cause Depression and Panic Attacks? Q: Is It Normal To Feel Anxious As Menopause Sets In? the (United States) Cleveland Clinic explain:
“A: The fluctuation of estrogen and another key hormone, progesterone, in your body can cause feelings of anxiety or depression. But frequent, troubling high anxiety or panic attacks are not a normal part of menopause. Some women develop a panic disorder during menopause”.4
Anxiety Triggers
What are some anxiety triggers?
In Managing Anxiety: Identify Your Triggers the JH explain:
Common triggers include:
- Caffeine, alcohol or tobacco
- Stressful or loud environments
- Tests or interviews
- Socialising
- Financial problems
- Health concerns or medical check-ups
- Relationship problems
- Travelling
- Side effects of some medicines
- Phobias”.5
Anxiety Management
What is anxiety management?
In Managing Anxiety: Practical Places To Start the JH elaborate on:
Anxiety Management Strategies
What are some anxiety management strategies?
In Anxiety Management Strategies the (Australian) Beyond Blue elaborate on:
- “Slow breathing…
- Progressive muscle relaxation…
- Stay in the present moment…
- Maintain a healthy lifestyle…
- Small acts of bravery…
- Challenge your self-talk…
- Be kind to yourself
- Plan worry time…
- Get to know your anxiety…”.7
Anxiety Online Resources, Programs, Apps and e-Therapies
Are anxiety online resources, programs, Apps and e-therapies available?
Depending on your Country, anxiety online resources, programs, Apps and e-therapies may be available.
Your health care provider or local community health center may know of your Country’s recommended anxiety online resources, programs, Apps and e-therapies, similar to the (Australian) Department of Health’s Head To Health Search for Digital Mental Health Resources.
Health Care Provider
What if I think I have anxiety or an anxiety disorder?
If you think you have anxiety or an anxiety disorder, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this. In Looking After Yourself: Emotional Wellbeing – Talk To Your Doctor the JH explain:
Health Topics A-Z
Where may I find Health Topics related to Menopause Anxiety?
In Health Topics A-Z you may find:
Links
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- Anxiety
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- Anxiety
- Anxiety Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders
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- Anxiety and Alcohol: Does Drinking Worsen Symptoms?
- Anxiety and Panic Attacks
- Anxiety, Fear and Panic [+ Audio:How To Cope With Anxiety – A Relaxation Technique]
- Anxiety.org
- Askearlymenopause.org [Ask EM] [+ Video: What Is Early Menopause?]
- Bioidentical Hormones Explained – A British Menopause Society Video
- Bioidentical Hormones: Are They Safer?
- Can Massage Relieve Symptoms of Depression, Anxiety and Stress?
- Can Menopause Cause Anxiety, Depression or Panic Attacks?
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for Menopausal Symptoms
- Deciding About Hormone Therapy Use
- Diet and Mental Health
- Does CBD Help With Anxiety?
- Dr Gail Busby – I Forgot To Ask the Doctor – Episode 9 The Menopause
- Dr. Louise Newson Breaks Down The Menopause & Lisa Snowdon Shares Her Experience | This Morning
- Early Menopause: Women’s Experiences – Resources and Information
- Find A Menopause Practitioner [United States and Other]
- Find An AMS Doctor [Australasian Menopause Society i.e. Australia and New Zealand]
- Find Help: Finding Help Is the Key To Taking Charge and Moving Forward
- Find Your Nearest BMS Menopause Specialist [British Menopause Society]
- Finding A Mental Health Professional
- Getting Help [United Kingdom]
- Hot Flashes, Anxiety and Menopause: What’s the Connection?
- Hot Flashes: What Can I Do? [+ Video: What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Menopause?]
- How To Choose the Best Mental Health App for You
- I’m So Stressed Out! Fact Sheet
- Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Menopause and Your Mental Wellbeing [+ Video: Menopause Only Affects You Physically!]
- Later Years (Around 50 Years and Over): Menopause and Post Menopause Health – Supporting Someone Through the Menopause [+ Video: Men Don’t Need To Know About Menopause]
- Let’s Talk About Menopause | Aware Webinar
- Let’s Talk About Perimenopause
- Looking After Yourself: Emotional Wellbeing
- Managing Anxiety [+ Videos]
- Managing Menopausal Symptoms—Hormone Replacement Therapy Is Not the Only Option!
- Managing Your Symptoms
- Mastering Midlife Mood Changes With Marlene Freeman, MD
- Mayo Clinic Minute: Prescribing Nature for Mental, Physical Health [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
- Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopause Explained – A British Menopause Society Video
- Menopause FAQs: Menopause Symptoms – Q. My family tells me that I’ve become moody, and I admit that I sometimes feel blue or short-tempered. Menopause?
- Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Questions for Your Health Care Provider
- Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Relaxation Techniques
- Menopause Map: Downloadable Resources – My Personal Path Print Tools: Symptom Tracker
- Menopause Mindfulness: A Personal Toolkit for Menopause Preparedness
- Menopause Mindfulness: Embracing the Change of My Midlife
- Menopause Patient Information [Videos] 2. Talking To Your GP About Menopause
- Menopause Patient Information [Videos] 5. Lifestyle Advice In Menopause & Perimenopause
- Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Common Conditions Associated With Menopause and Midlife
- Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Lifestyle Tips for Menopause Wellness
- Menopause Preparedness Toolkit Video Series: Mindfulness & Wellbeing During the Menopause Transition
- Menopause Preparedness Toolkit: A Woman’s Empowerment Guide
- Menopause Symptoms: Mayo Clinic Expert Outlines Hormone and Nonhormonal Therapies
- Menopause Treatments: What Works, What Doesn’t
- Menopause and Depression
- Menopause and Mental Health
- Mental Health
- Mental Health: Mental Health Self Help Guides
- Mood and the Menopause
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: 7 Things To Know About Complementary Health Approaches for Anxiety
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Anxiety At A Glance
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Herbs At A Glance
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Kava
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Know the Science: How Medications and Supplements Can Interact
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Lavender
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Menopausal Symptoms In Depth
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine (SAMe): In Depth
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Valerian
- National Institute of Mental Health: Anxiety Disorders
- Natural Remedies To Help Manage Perimenopause Symptoms
- Navigating Menopause: Expert Insights and Solutions | Dr Susan Davis | The Proof Podcast EP 245
- Non-Estrogen Treatments for Menopausal Symptoms
- Perimenopause
- Perimenopause
- Perimenopause – Fact Sheet
- Questions To Ask Your GP About Menopause
- Relaxation
- Self-Esteem Self-Help Guide
- Self-Help Tool: Menopause and Mental Wellbeing
- Supporting Women Through Menopause
- Symptoms of Anxiety
- Tips To Help Manage Menopause Symptoms
- Top Tips To Improve Your Mental Wellbeing
- Treatments for Anxiety
- Treatments for Depression
- Types of Therapist: How To Find & Choose A Therapist – What Is the Difference Between A Psychologist, Psychiatrist and Counsellor?
- Using Natural Therapies In the Menopause Transition – Webinar
- Video Series-2022: Hormone Therapy: Understanding the Risks and Benefits
- Video Series-2022: Perimenopause, Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
- Videos and Podcasts: Videos – Interviews: What Women Should Know About Menopause and Brain Fog
- What Is Anxiety?
- What Are Anxiety and Depression?
- Women and Anxiety
Sources
Where may I find the Sources quoted?
You may find the Sources quoted at:
Sources
- Menopause FAQS: Menopause Symptoms – Q. My family tells me that I’ve become moody, and I admit that I sometimes feel blue or short-tempered. Menopause? North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopause-faqs-menopause-symptoms Accessed: 12 January 2023
- Anxiety. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/anxiety Accessed: 12 January 2023
- Menopause FAQS: Menopause Symptoms – Q. My family tells me that I’ve become moody, and I admit that I sometimes feel blue or short-tempered. Menopause? North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopause-faqs-menopause-symptoms Accessed: 12 January 2023
- Can Menopause Menopause Cause Depression and Panic Attacks? Q: Is It Normal To Feel Anxious As Menopause Sets In? 25 November 2019. Cleveland Clinic https://health.clevelandclinic.org/is-menopause-causing-your-mood-swings-depression-or-anxiety/ Accessed: 12 January 2023
- Managing Anxiety: Identify Your Triggers. Last Updated: 08 September 2022 | Last Reviewed: 28 June 2022. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/anxiety/managing-anxiety#practical-places-to-start Accessed: 12 January 2023
- Managing Anxiety: Practical Places To Start. Last Updated: 08 September 2022 | Last Reviewed: 28 June 2022. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/anxiety/managing-anxiety#practical-places-to-start Accessed: 12 January 2023
- Anxiety Management Strategies. Beyond Blue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/the-facts/anxiety/treatments-for-anxiety/anxiety-management-strategies Accessed: 12 January 2023
- Looking After Yourself: Emotional Wellbeing – Talk To Your Doctor Last Updated: 03 October 2022 | Last Reviewed: 19 August 2022. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/anxiety/managing-anxiety#practical-places-to-start Accessed: 12 January 2023