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Women's experience and management of cognition during menopause transition: a qualitative study.
Objective: Women experience menopause around the age of 45-55 years. Cognitive dysfunction is one of the most prevalent menopausal complaints. This focus group study aimed to explore cognitive experiences and management during the menopause transition.
Methods: Eighteen participants, including 15 women in menopause transition from multi-ethnic backgrounds and three healthcare professionals, were recruited to five focus groups conducted between June and August 2024.
Results: Thematic analysis yielded three overarching themes: cognitive changes relevant to the menopause transition; multidimensional impacts of cognitive changes; and holistic management of cognitive changes. From participants' narratives, 12 cognitive domains were affected in the menopause transition. These in turn had psychological, social and behavioral impact, resulting in the need to use various coping strategies.
Conclusion: The findings of this study identified cognitive challenges in the menopause transition. Women's current coping with cognitive dysfunction addressed the multidimensionality of menopausal management and highlighted unmet needs regarding cognitive health. The research identified cognitive challenges beyond memory and concentration in the menopause transition. Associations of menopause-related factors, culture and ethnicity with cognitive function warrant further investigation for potential intervention development.
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Climacteric is the official journal of the International Menopause Society (IMS). As an international peer-reviewed journal it publishes original research and reviews of all aspects of aging in women.
Climacteric was founded by the IMS in 1998 and today has become a leading journal in the publication of peer-reviewed papers on the menopause, climacteric and mid-life health. Topics covered include endocrine changes, symptoms attributed to the menopause and their treatment, hormone replacement and alternative therapies, lifestyles, and the counselling and education of peri- and postmenopausal women. Climacteric, published bimonthly, also features regular invited reviews, editorials and commentaries on recent developments.
The editorial review board of Climacteric includes leading scientific and clinical experts in the field of midlife medicine and research and is headed by its Editor-in-Chief, Professor Rod Baber of Australia. He and his team of Associate Editors act independently to set a clear editorial policy, co-ordinate peer review, and ensure a rapid response to submitted papers.
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