physical and sexual violence Early in life can lead to the worst menopause Symptoms, according to a new study.
Psychosocial stress, such as financial instability, can also affect the severity of symptoms, which can include hot flashestroubled sleep worryMood swings and brain fog.
Research published this week in the journal menopauseShe studied more than 600 women over two decades.
Among this sample, a history of physical abuse was reported by 37.3 percent of the participants, who also reported worse menopausal symptoms and poor general health, as well as increased symptoms of depression.
An additional 7.7 percent reported a history of sexual abuse, which was also associated with worse menopausal symptoms and poor general health.
A history of financial instability has also been linked to worse menopausal symptoms, poor general health, and increased symptoms of depression.
A 2021 study revealed that 9 out of 10 menopausal women have mental health problems
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The results of the study were published in an article titled “Longitudinal correlates of psychosocial stress with menopausal symptoms and well-being among middle-aged women.”
The news comes as part of a growing awareness and scrutiny about the condition, which affects about half the population.
a Study 2021 She revealed that 9 out of 10 menopausal women suffer from mental health problems.
The study by the Newson Health Menopause & Wellbeing Center, in Stratford-upon-Avon, found that 10 per cent of women surveyed had given up work altogether, 51 per cent cut their working hours, while 52 per cent reported taking time off due to stress. their lives. Menopause symptoms.
In another study, about one in ten women reported Experiencing suicidal thoughts due to menopause, while almost half of women revealed it stop having sex during menopause.
According to Rape Crisis England and Wales, one in four women have been raped or sexually assaulted as an adult, one in six children has been sexually assaulted, and one in 20 men have been raped or sexually assaulted as an adult.
If you experience feelings of distress and isolation, or are struggling to cope, the Samaritans Program offers support; You can talk to someone for free over the phone and, with confidence, at 116123 (UK & ROI), email jo@samaritans.org, or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branch.
If you are a resident of the USA, and you or someone you know is currently in need of mental health assistance, call the National Suicide Prevention Helpline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). The Helpline is a free and confidential crisis hotline available to everyone 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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