Perimenopause and menopause are often considered the dreaded time periods in a woman’s life. If you search up images for either word (as I did while preparing one of my PowerPoint presentations last month), you’ll realize that women in this stage are often depicted as depressed, tired or irritable. These stages of life are marked not only by significant hormonal and metabolic transitions, but also by natural changes of life circumstances and often by professional transitions. Many of the changes can be painful, physically and emotionally. They can be exhausting and confusing, and lead to major physical and mental co-morbidities. Sadly, the medical system has lagged behind the evidence and care in supporting women’s needs.
Fortunately, times have changed. In the last few years, more and more attention has been placed on evidence-informed modalities to support women in perimenopause and menopause. Women are becoming more empowered with information and knowledge on how to support themselves through lifestyle, nutrition, hormone replacement therapy, other medications and supplemental support. My vision is that we come to a time when all women can celebrate entering this stage of life of new wisdom, new creativity and capabilities, and navigate the symptoms effectively.
In my two interviews with Dr. Mayoni Gooneratne, UK based physician and former surgeon, specializing in women’s health, we discuss changes that occur in perimenopause and menopause. We talk about how to navigate these medically, through lifestyle, nutrition and our own self-understanding.
I hope you find these informative and helpful – whether in your own journey, if this applies to you, or can share with a loved one.
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Nothing stated or posted in this video is intended or should be taken to be the practice of medical or counseling care. The information made available on this video, including, but not limited to, interviews, text, graphics, images, links to articles, websites, and other material contained in this video, is strictly for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information in this video is NOT (and should not be used as) a substitute for professional psychiatry, psychology, medical, nursing, or professional healthcare advice or services, nor is it designed to suggest any specific diagnosis or treatment. Please always seek medical advice from your physician or a qualified health care provider regarding any medical questions, conditions or treatment, before making any changes to your health care regimen, medications or lifestyle habits. None of the information in this video is a revideo or warranty that any particular drug or treatment is safe, appropriate or effective for you, or that any particular healthcare provider is appropriate for you. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking help from a health care provider due to something you have read, heard or seen in this video. Your viewing/use of this video does not create in any way a physician-patient relationship, any sort of confidential, fiduciary or professional relationship, or any other special relationship that would give rise to any duties. This video does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, healthcare providers, procedures, or treatments, and if you rely on any of the information provided by this video, you do so solely at your own risk.
