Perimenopause and menopause are a part of many
people’s lives, but they can be difficult, affecting
mental health and wellbeing.
A 2021 Irish study found:
felt unprepared for 77%
perimenopause, and that
“women lack knowledge
OF WOMEN & feel unprepared for
menopause.”2
In 2023,...
Menopause
and Mental
Health
A Pocket Guide on
How to Manage Menopause
and Mental Health
, A Pocket Guide on
How to Manage Menopause
and Mental Health
Perimenopause and menopause are a part of
many people’s lives, and it can affect the
mental health and wellbeing of those
experiencing it.
Mental Health Ireland coproduced this booklet in
response to the need for more information on this topic.
This booklet is designed to provide information, tips, and
signposting, as well as the real experiences of people
that have been affected.
We invite you to use this booklet to support yourself
or others impacted by perimenopause and
menopause.
Contents
Section 1 1
• Introduction 1
• What is Perimenopause/Menopause? 3
• Symptoms of Perimenopause/Menopause 6
• Common Myths about Perimenopause/Menopause 9
,Section 2 11
• Impacts on Mental Health 11
Section 3 15
• Advocating with your Medical Provider – Checklist 15
• Advocating in the Workplace 17
• Advocating for Myself at Home 19
Section 4 20
• Ways I Can Support Myself 20
• Information for Supporters 25
Section 5 26
• Mental Health & Menopause Support Plan 26
• My Menopause Symptom Checker 27
Section 6 31
• Support Information 31
, • Glossary of Terms 37
• General Information 39
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