Menopause & Caregiving
Expert articles, tips and advice from other caregivers on managing menopause when coupled with the stress and responsibilities of caregiving.
Menopause Articles
Caregiving and Menopause: How To Handle The Double-Whammy
Since menopause typically begins somewhere between the ages of 45 and 55, many women are finding themselves thrust into the role of caregiver right around the time they begin experiencing the first symptoms of menopause.
11 CommentsTreating Menopausal Depression: What Works and What Doesn’t
Menopausal depression is a common problem for aging women. There are a number of effective options out there for treatment for both menopausal symptoms in general and depression more specifically.
0 CommentsSex in the Time of Caregiving
When combined, the stresses of caregiving and changes brought on by menopause can take a serious toll on a woman’s sex life. A women’s health expert shares how female caregivers can improve their sexual health and quality of life.
9 CommentsAndropause: A Taboo Topic for Many Men
Men’s testosterone levels decrease with age, resulting in a number of mental and physical changes. A mental health counselor examines the causes and effects of these hormonal changes and the controversy surrounding the male aging process.
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Menopause Questions
65 had total hysterectomy, 7 yrs ago on estrogen cream. Spotting one day, then stopped, what would cause this?
3 AnswersGeaton777 Answered May 20, 2024I had a full hysterectomy 20 years ago. Today at 61-years-old, I'm bleeding. What could cause this?
4 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered May 18, 2024What would cause spotting years after a hysterectomy?
5 Answersgladimhere Answered Feb 2023I'm 58 and sometimes I get words mixed-up. Could I be getting dementia?
64 AnswersMargieRKB Answered Aug 2022
Menopause Discussions
How menopause affects the brain is very interesting.
5 Commentsgladimhere Commented Oct 2021Anyone else feel that caregiving stress + perimenopause = a perfect storm?
36 CommentsNobodyGetsIt Commented Oct 2020Any personal stories concerning the menopause phase of our lives? I would love to hear yours. I have some doozies.
29 CommentsElle1970 Commented Feb 2020Sweating after shower.
6 Commentstoomuchsweat Commented Jun 2016