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Why Is There So Much Conflicting Information About Perimenopause? Docs Weigh In

Millennials facing menopause are demanding better information and treatment options for their symptoms, rejecting the 'just deal with it' mentality.

Oura's New Perimenopause Report Shows the Gap in Women's Health Research

Increasing awareness and understanding of menopause and perimenopause is essential for women's health.

Perimenopause: From pyjamas to pills, the range of treatments can be confusing. Are women getting the right information?

Perimenopause often brings more significant challenges than menopause itself, with many women experiencing overwhelming symptoms during this transitional period.

Older Adults Are Sharing The 22 Little Things They Loved About Their Bodies As They Aged

Menopause can offer relief from monthly menstrual cycle concerns and other symptoms experienced during perimenopause.

Menopause as a Catalyst for Psychospiritual Development

The cultural conversation around menopause has shifted, with women seeking treatment and support for symptoms that were long misunderstood.

This Is What No One Tells Women About What Happens To Your Body In Your 40s

Menopause education is often lacking, leading to confusion and a sense of betrayal as women experience perimenopause.

Why Is There So Much Conflicting Information About Perimenopause? Docs Weigh In

Millennials facing menopause are demanding better information and treatment options for their symptoms, rejecting the 'just deal with it' mentality.

Oura's New Perimenopause Report Shows the Gap in Women's Health Research

Increasing awareness and understanding of menopause and perimenopause is essential for women's health.

Perimenopause: From pyjamas to pills, the range of treatments can be confusing. Are women getting the right information?

Perimenopause often brings more significant challenges than menopause itself, with many women experiencing overwhelming symptoms during this transitional period.

Older Adults Are Sharing The 22 Little Things They Loved About Their Bodies As They Aged

Menopause can offer relief from monthly menstrual cycle concerns and other symptoms experienced during perimenopause.

Menopause as a Catalyst for Psychospiritual Development

The cultural conversation around menopause has shifted, with women seeking treatment and support for symptoms that were long misunderstood.

This Is What No One Tells Women About What Happens To Your Body In Your 40s

Menopause education is often lacking, leading to confusion and a sense of betrayal as women experience perimenopause.
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A surprising number of millennial and Gen X workers are switching careers due to menopause

Menopause significantly impacts women's work performance and productivity, yet support from employers is minimal.

Hopes for changes in surgical menopause care

Women facing surgical menopause are inadequately informed about risks, necessitating urgent improvements in NHS care.

Menopause startup Alloy raises $16 million

Alloy, a menopause care startup, raised $16 million in funding, signaling increased investor interest in the menopause market.

Mary McCarthy: Providing free HRT might make women believe it's the magic must-have pill

Free hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is positive but may lead to misconceptions about its necessity for all women.

The Walrus Talks Menopause | The Walrus

Menopause is a life-altering journey impacting over half of Canada's population, yet medical training overlooks it.

A surprising number of millennial and Gen X workers are switching careers due to menopause

Menopause significantly impacts women's work performance and productivity, yet support from employers is minimal.

Hopes for changes in surgical menopause care

Women facing surgical menopause are inadequately informed about risks, necessitating urgent improvements in NHS care.

Menopause startup Alloy raises $16 million

Alloy, a menopause care startup, raised $16 million in funding, signaling increased investor interest in the menopause market.

Mary McCarthy: Providing free HRT might make women believe it's the magic must-have pill

Free hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is positive but may lead to misconceptions about its necessity for all women.

The Walrus Talks Menopause | The Walrus

Menopause is a life-altering journey impacting over half of Canada's population, yet medical training overlooks it.
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From Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to Pope Francis: the books to look forward to in 2025

Naomi Watts addresses the stigma and lack of information around menopause in her autobiographical guide.

Naomi Watts' fight against menopause taboos

Naomi Watts is addressing the stigma of menopause through her upcoming book and beauty brand, focusing on empowering women about their health.

From Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to Pope Francis: the books to look forward to in 2025

Naomi Watts addresses the stigma and lack of information around menopause in her autobiographical guide.

Naomi Watts' fight against menopause taboos

Naomi Watts is addressing the stigma of menopause through her upcoming book and beauty brand, focusing on empowering women about their health.
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Red Alert for Women: Menopause Increases Risk for Heart Disease

Women face a significantly increased risk for heart disease after menopause due to hormonal changes and lifestyle factors.

The end of menopause: would women be healthier and happier if they menstruated for ever?

Extending ovarian life could revolutionize women's health by delaying menopause and reducing associated health risks.

5 symptoms women over 40 should never ignore

Menopause and perimenopause significantly affect cardiovascular health due to hormonal changes, increasing heart disease risk.

How the Olly CEO puts menopause front and center

Hanneke Willenborg emphasizes the need for better alternatives to antidepressants for menopause symptoms and launches a supportive product and company policy.

Dream come true': study suggests drug could extend women's fertility by five years

Rapamycin study shows potential to extend women's fertility by delaying menopause and reducing age-related diseases.

How Do I Know If I'm Perimenopausal? Menopause Symptoms List + Self-Care Tips

Menopause is a natural aging process, but symptoms vary greatly among women.

Red Alert for Women: Menopause Increases Risk for Heart Disease

Women face a significantly increased risk for heart disease after menopause due to hormonal changes and lifestyle factors.

The end of menopause: would women be healthier and happier if they menstruated for ever?

Extending ovarian life could revolutionize women's health by delaying menopause and reducing associated health risks.

5 symptoms women over 40 should never ignore

Menopause and perimenopause significantly affect cardiovascular health due to hormonal changes, increasing heart disease risk.

How the Olly CEO puts menopause front and center

Hanneke Willenborg emphasizes the need for better alternatives to antidepressants for menopause symptoms and launches a supportive product and company policy.

Dream come true': study suggests drug could extend women's fertility by five years

Rapamycin study shows potential to extend women's fertility by delaying menopause and reducing age-related diseases.

How Do I Know If I'm Perimenopausal? Menopause Symptoms List + Self-Care Tips

Menopause is a natural aging process, but symptoms vary greatly among women.
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FDA Issues A Black Box Warning For A Popular Menopause Drug

FDA warns of liver damage risk associated with menopause drug Veozah, advising patients on monitoring and symptoms.
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This is how we do it: I suggested inviting another person, but we settled on a couples tantric massage'

Communication and sexual compatibility are essential in a relationship, especially when dealing with changes like menopause.

Sex With My Husband Became Excruciatingly Painful. Here's How We Found Help.

Addressing sexual health challenges during menopause is crucial for maintaining intimacy in relationships.
Seeking help from professionals like pelvic floor physical therapists can empower women navigating menopause.

This is how we do it: I suggested inviting another person, but we settled on a couples tantric massage'

Communication and sexual compatibility are essential in a relationship, especially when dealing with changes like menopause.

Sex With My Husband Became Excruciatingly Painful. Here's How We Found Help.

Addressing sexual health challenges during menopause is crucial for maintaining intimacy in relationships.
Seeking help from professionals like pelvic floor physical therapists can empower women navigating menopause.
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What is Womb Therapy and Do I Need It?

The spa treatment aimed to reconnect the author with her femininity amidst the challenges of post-cancer life and menopause.

Ask the doctor: I keep getting UTIs and I'm too embarrassed to go back to the doctor again

Recurrent UTIs are defined as two infections in six months or three in one year, often linked to low estrogen levels.
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Dealing With Hot Flashes? Try Hypnosis

Clinical hypnosis significantly reduces hot flashes and menopause symptoms, offering a non-hormonal treatment option for women.

Hilarie Burton Makes Menopause, Periods & Puberty Family Conversations

Actress Hilarie Burton emphasizes the importance of openly discussing puberty, periods, and menopause with children to reduce stigma and promote understanding.

HRT for menopause does not impact life expectancy, health assessment body rules

HRT does not affect life expectancy, according to updated NICE guidance.

Menopause and autism: 'I've no doubt that there is a relationship between hormones and neurodivergence'

Clare McAfee's experience highlights the intersection of neurodiversity and menopause, showcasing the unique challenges faced by autistic individuals.

Perimenopausal women have 40% higher risk of depression, study suggests

Perimenopausal women have a 40% higher risk of depression compared to premenopausal women.

Menopause depression risk has been exaggerated - Harvard Gazette

Menopause does not universally increase risk of mental health issues.
Certain groups more vulnerable during menopause, influenced by factors like prior depression.

Dealing With Hot Flashes? Try Hypnosis

Clinical hypnosis significantly reduces hot flashes and menopause symptoms, offering a non-hormonal treatment option for women.

Hilarie Burton Makes Menopause, Periods & Puberty Family Conversations

Actress Hilarie Burton emphasizes the importance of openly discussing puberty, periods, and menopause with children to reduce stigma and promote understanding.

HRT for menopause does not impact life expectancy, health assessment body rules

HRT does not affect life expectancy, according to updated NICE guidance.

Menopause and autism: 'I've no doubt that there is a relationship between hormones and neurodivergence'

Clare McAfee's experience highlights the intersection of neurodiversity and menopause, showcasing the unique challenges faced by autistic individuals.

Perimenopausal women have 40% higher risk of depression, study suggests

Perimenopausal women have a 40% higher risk of depression compared to premenopausal women.

Menopause depression risk has been exaggerated - Harvard Gazette

Menopause does not universally increase risk of mental health issues.
Certain groups more vulnerable during menopause, influenced by factors like prior depression.
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Sexopause': What happens to women's sexual desire during menopause

The portrayal of middle-aged women's sexuality is central to new film releases, reversing traditional narratives of older men with younger women.

This is how we do it: We haven't even tried to have sex for three years'

Long-term sexual relationships can decline in passion over time, especially after significant life changes.

Sexopause': What happens to women's sexual desire during menopause

The portrayal of middle-aged women's sexuality is central to new film releases, reversing traditional narratives of older men with younger women.

This is how we do it: We haven't even tried to have sex for three years'

Long-term sexual relationships can decline in passion over time, especially after significant life changes.
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#health

Why some people enter menopause early - and how that could affect their cancer risk

Genomic analysis identifies rare genetic variants that significantly impact menopause timing, potentially aiding infertility treatments and menopause predictions.

Menopause Is a Pretty Damn Fine Stage of Life | The Walrus

Menopause represents a significant period of liberation for women, allowing them to focus on personal growth and interests after their reproductive capacity ends.

TV host Davina McCall diagnosed with 'very rare' brain tumor: 'Say a prayer for me'

Davina McCall disclosed her diagnosis of a rare benign brain tumor and is preparing for surgery to remove it.

The hot years: the truth about what happens during menopause and the best ways to get through it

Embrace menopause as a natural phase and prioritize health by understanding the science behind it.

Why some people enter menopause early - and how that could affect their cancer risk

Genomic analysis identifies rare genetic variants that significantly impact menopause timing, potentially aiding infertility treatments and menopause predictions.

Menopause Is a Pretty Damn Fine Stage of Life | The Walrus

Menopause represents a significant period of liberation for women, allowing them to focus on personal growth and interests after their reproductive capacity ends.

TV host Davina McCall diagnosed with 'very rare' brain tumor: 'Say a prayer for me'

Davina McCall disclosed her diagnosis of a rare benign brain tumor and is preparing for surgery to remove it.

The hot years: the truth about what happens during menopause and the best ways to get through it

Embrace menopause as a natural phase and prioritize health by understanding the science behind it.
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#women-health

How to Exercise During Menopause

Exercise can help women adapt to challenges posed by menopause.
Hormonal changes during menopause require adjustments in fitness routines.
Strength training and mobility exercises become increasingly important post-menopause.

Navigating Anxiety in Perimenopause and Menopause

Anxiety during menopause stems from significant hormonal changes and feelings of loss of control, impacting women's mental and emotional well-being.

How Mary Claire Haver Became the Queen of Menopause

Menopause can be an empowering stage of life if women take proactive measures.

What Is "Menopause Belly"? An Expert Explains This Midlife Development

Menopause leads to physical changes, especially in the midsection, often termed 'menopause belly', causing both body shape shifts and gastrointestinal discomfort.

Revealed: The exact amount of sleep the average middle-aged woman gets

Women aged 40-60 average just 6 hours and 36 minutes of sleep, primarily due to menopause-related insomnia and symptoms, impacting their health and relationships.

More women are taking testosterone for mood, muscles, and sex drive. But is it safe?

Social media trends may mislead women about testosterone use, which has seen a nearly 50% increase in recent years as a treatment for low hormones.

How to Exercise During Menopause

Exercise can help women adapt to challenges posed by menopause.
Hormonal changes during menopause require adjustments in fitness routines.
Strength training and mobility exercises become increasingly important post-menopause.

Navigating Anxiety in Perimenopause and Menopause

Anxiety during menopause stems from significant hormonal changes and feelings of loss of control, impacting women's mental and emotional well-being.

How Mary Claire Haver Became the Queen of Menopause

Menopause can be an empowering stage of life if women take proactive measures.

What Is "Menopause Belly"? An Expert Explains This Midlife Development

Menopause leads to physical changes, especially in the midsection, often termed 'menopause belly', causing both body shape shifts and gastrointestinal discomfort.

Revealed: The exact amount of sleep the average middle-aged woman gets

Women aged 40-60 average just 6 hours and 36 minutes of sleep, primarily due to menopause-related insomnia and symptoms, impacting their health and relationships.

More women are taking testosterone for mood, muscles, and sex drive. But is it safe?

Social media trends may mislead women about testosterone use, which has seen a nearly 50% increase in recent years as a treatment for low hormones.
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The science of menopause in 13 minutes

Menopause could benefit species survival by allowing women to share knowledge and resources, aligning with the wise woman hypothesis.

Menopause explains female whales' longevity

Female whales exhibit menopause, similar to humans, and live well beyond their reproductive years.
Menopause in whales is linked to caring for younger generations and extends their lifespan by about 40 years.

The science of menopause in 13 minutes

Menopause could benefit species survival by allowing women to share knowledge and resources, aligning with the wise woman hypothesis.

Menopause explains female whales' longevity

Female whales exhibit menopause, similar to humans, and live well beyond their reproductive years.
Menopause in whales is linked to caring for younger generations and extends their lifespan by about 40 years.
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Way cleared to give free HRT to women prescribed the treatment from January, says Stephen Donnelly

The Health Insurance Amendment Bill enabling state-funded HRT signifies a major advancement in women's healthcare in Ireland.
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Menopause could be the wellness industry's new gold rush but experts say the products may just be hype | CBC News

Menopause is becoming a focal point for the wellness industry, but many marketed products lack effectiveness and could be harmful.

Perimenopause is no fun alone so why not have a party? | Nina Lansbury

Pushing past taboos enables important dialogues among women about aging and menopause.

Menopause could be the wellness industry's new gold rush but experts say the products may just be hype | CBC News

Menopause is becoming a focal point for the wellness industry, but many marketed products lack effectiveness and could be harmful.

Perimenopause is no fun alone so why not have a party? | Nina Lansbury

Pushing past taboos enables important dialogues among women about aging and menopause.
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Is It Me, Or Is It Menopause?

Menopause can significantly impact decision-making and self-identity, leading to choices that may not reflect one's true self.

Another Menopause Treatment Option

Rebalance Health offers a non-hormonal, herbal alternative to hormone replacement therapy for menopause symptoms.
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Bone-building drug coming for post-menopause women

Tens of thousands of menopausal women may benefit from new bone-strengthening drug Abaloparatide to prevent osteoporosis, available on the NHS in England soon.

At 58, I have the spine of an 80-year-old. Navigating osteoporosis has been difficult and expensive

Early DEXA scans can reveal serious health issues like osteoporosis, which increases fracture risk and complicates recovery from injuries.

Bone-building drug coming for post-menopause women

Tens of thousands of menopausal women may benefit from new bone-strengthening drug Abaloparatide to prevent osteoporosis, available on the NHS in England soon.

At 58, I have the spine of an 80-year-old. Navigating osteoporosis has been difficult and expensive

Early DEXA scans can reveal serious health issues like osteoporosis, which increases fracture risk and complicates recovery from injuries.
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The Substance review Demi Moore is fearless in visceral feminist body horror

Coralie Fargeat's 'The Substance' redefines horror by focusing on women's emotional struggles post-50, challenging societal norms around aging and femininity.

Midlife left me asking what was the point of me? But then everything changed, again | Ros Reines

Menopause can trigger profound personal transformation, despite initial losses and depression.
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5 Unexpected Signs Of Menopause That Aren't Hot Flashes

Menopause impacts the body beyond hot flashes, affecting energy levels and overall well-being due to hormonal changes.

Many women struggle to lose belly fat in middle age. Here's some expert help

Menopausal weight gain, particularly around the belly, is primarily influenced by hormonal changes, leading to increased health risks.

Neurology professor Lisa Mosconi: Menopause is a renovation project on the brain'

Menopause impacts the brain due to a decline in estrogen. Lisa Mosconi's book explores the neurological symptoms and brain-inclusive care for menopause.
Common brain symptoms during menopause include sleep issues, mood changes, low energy, and cognitive problems, occurring most intensely during late perimenopause and early postmenopause.

5 Unexpected Signs Of Menopause That Aren't Hot Flashes

Menopause impacts the body beyond hot flashes, affecting energy levels and overall well-being due to hormonal changes.

Many women struggle to lose belly fat in middle age. Here's some expert help

Menopausal weight gain, particularly around the belly, is primarily influenced by hormonal changes, leading to increased health risks.

Neurology professor Lisa Mosconi: Menopause is a renovation project on the brain'

Menopause impacts the brain due to a decline in estrogen. Lisa Mosconi's book explores the neurological symptoms and brain-inclusive care for menopause.
Common brain symptoms during menopause include sleep issues, mood changes, low energy, and cognitive problems, occurring most intensely during late perimenopause and early postmenopause.
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What Could a Menopause-Friendly Workplace Look Like?

Employers are urged to support women experiencing menopause in the workplace through targeted policies and practices.

Thinning Hair Sucks. Here's a Quick and Simple Fix That Helped Me.

Many women experience hair loss during menopause, making effective solutions crucial.
Temporary root concealers can help manage hair loss and camouflage gray hair easily.

In Unsurprising News, More Weird J.D. Vance Comments About Women Have Come To Light

J.D. Vance's remarks on the role of post-menopausal women minimize their contributions and reflect outdated and incorrect stereotypes about gender roles.

Menopausal Women Are Worried About How Project 2025 Could Effect Us, Too

Online menopause forums provide valuable community support for individuals facing medically-induced menopause and related health challenges.

Why Is It So Hard To Find A Doctor Who Understands Perimenopause?!

Many doctors receive minimal training in menopause, leading to patients feeling uncertain and turning to online resources for information.

'Menopause must be treated fairly for women at work'

Menopausal women face unfair treatment in the workplace; research aims to address mental health impact and support needed.

'It's about knowing your body' - VHI women's health expert offers advice for exercise in all life stages ahead of mini marathon

Understanding individuality in adapting exercise routines based on menstrual cycle and postpartum recovery.
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Pills or patches, sprays or gels everything you need to know about HRT

HRT has undergone an image change with high-profile campaigners stressing its benefits for managing menopausal symptoms.

What if HRT isn't right for me? And is cold-water swimming really the answer to everything? Your menopause questions answered

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions can significantly improve anxiety and depression in women going through menopause.
Holistic approaches, including physical activity, caffeine restriction, and alcohol limitation, can help improve sleep during menopause.

Pills or patches, sprays or gels everything you need to know about HRT

HRT has undergone an image change with high-profile campaigners stressing its benefits for managing menopausal symptoms.

What if HRT isn't right for me? And is cold-water swimming really the answer to everything? Your menopause questions answered

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based interventions can significantly improve anxiety and depression in women going through menopause.
Holistic approaches, including physical activity, caffeine restriction, and alcohol limitation, can help improve sleep during menopause.
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A Grand Experiment in Human Reproduction

If women continue to have children later in life, menopause could potentially be delayed or even disappear in the far future.

I'm in Menopause!' Halle Berry Seeks to End a Stigma and Win Funding

Menopause research and education funding advocated by Halle Berry and bipartisan senators.

Nocturnal Hot Flashes and Alzheimer's Risk

Nighttime vasomotor symptoms (VMS) during menopause may indicate a higher risk of Alzheimer's disease, highlighting the potential link between VMS and brain health.
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Black menopausal women almost 5 times less likely to be on HRT than white women

Black menopausal women are significantly less likely to be on hormone replacement therapy compared to white women.

Menopausal women struggling to find HRT implants despite government U-turn

The government initially blocked the distribution of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) implants for menopausal women, causing significant distress and challenges to access this life-changing treatment.
Menopausal women are experiencing serious physical and mental health symptoms, with HRT implants providing consistent relief in comparison to other forms of HRT.

Black menopausal women almost 5 times less likely to be on HRT than white women

Black menopausal women are significantly less likely to be on hormone replacement therapy compared to white women.

Menopausal women struggling to find HRT implants despite government U-turn

The government initially blocked the distribution of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) implants for menopausal women, causing significant distress and challenges to access this life-changing treatment.
Menopausal women are experiencing serious physical and mental health symptoms, with HRT implants providing consistent relief in comparison to other forms of HRT.
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Why Do Whales Go Through Menopause?

Menopause is rare in species other than whales and humans.
Menopause in whales may have evolved to prevent resource conflicts between older and younger females.
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Joanne Harris: Some of us don't see the line between the books and the world'

Joanne Harris wrote a prequel to her successful novel Chocolat, shedding light on protagonist Vianne's backstory.
Harris's latest novel, Broken Light, explores themes of menopause, mind manipulation, and gender politics.

Joanne Harris: Some of us don't see the line between the books and the world'

Joanne Harris is writing a prequel to her successful novel Chocolat, titled Vianne, which will delve into the backstory of the protagonist.
Harris's latest novel, Broken Light, explores menopause and mind-manipulation abilities through the character Bernie Moon.

Joanne Harris: Some of us don't see the line between the books and the world'

Joanne Harris wrote a prequel to her successful novel Chocolat, shedding light on protagonist Vianne's backstory.
Harris's latest novel, Broken Light, explores themes of menopause, mind manipulation, and gender politics.

Joanne Harris: Some of us don't see the line between the books and the world'

Joanne Harris is writing a prequel to her successful novel Chocolat, titled Vianne, which will delve into the backstory of the protagonist.
Harris's latest novel, Broken Light, explores menopause and mind-manipulation abilities through the character Bernie Moon.
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Reimagining Your Mid-life Journey

Most limiting beliefs about midlife and menopause are subconscious and acquired from societal influences.
A fixed mindset can hinder one's ability to navigate menopause effectively and embrace change.

Three things to know about your brain on menopause and how to navigate the changes

Menopause needs to be reframed as a neurological event not just a reproductive one.
Historically, there has been an underestimation of the menopause-brain connection due to ageism and sexism.
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