Menopause-Related Insomnia, Cognitive, Behavioral, and Mindfulness-Based Treatments

Abstract

The transition to menopause brings about various symptoms affecting women's quality of life, such as sleep issues and changes in cognition and behavior. Existing treatments face challenges in effectively addressing this complexity. The Menopause-based Treatment Study Framework (MTSF) is introduced as a novel approach to overcome these challenges. Therapeutic options like hormone replacement therapy, pharmaceuticals, cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia, and lifestyle adjustments have limitations. The MTSF integrates mindfulness-based therapies into a comprehensive strategy, showing significantly higher scores in various measures, indicating its efficacy in managing menopause-related symptoms, cognitive performance, sleep, and overall well-being. With a high participant involvement and retention rate, the MTSF offers a potentially practical approach to enhance women's well-being during menopause.