Menopause Body Image

“Body image is a complex thing, closely related
to mental health and affected by so many things around us
– people, places, images, culture, the list goes on”.1

Body Image

What is body image?

Depending on the Source (DotS) the definition of body image may vary. The (United Kingdom) Mental Health Foundation’s (MHF) definition is:

“‘Body image’ is a term that can be used to describe how we think and feel about our bodies”.2

Mental Health

Is there an association between body image and mental health?

In Body Image: What Is Body Image? the MHF elaborate on:

“Body image is a complex thing, closely related to mental health and affected by so many things around us – people, places, images, culture, the list goes on. Body image issues can affect all of us at any age and directly affect our mental health”.3

Health Care Provider

What if I would like help with my body image?

If you would like help with your body image, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this. Together you can discuss your options and if required, agree on who may be the most appropriate health care provider to help you.

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Sources

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  1. Body Image: What Is Body Image? Last Updated: 06 April 2023. Mental Health Foundation https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/a-z-topics/body-image Accessed: 09 September 2025
  2. Body Image: What Is Body Image? Last Updated: 06 April 2023. Mental Health Foundation https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/a-z-topics/body-image Accessed: 09 September 2025
  3. Body Image: What Is Body Image? Last Updated: 06 April 2023. Mental Health Foundation https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/a-z-topics/body-image Accessed: 09 September 2025
Topic Last Updated: 09 September 2025 – Topic Last Reviewed: 09 September 2025

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