Elevated midlife cortisol linked to increased amyloid deposition in the brain
Review only identifies a few studies assessing psychoeducation intervention in those with depression or bipolar disorder
One in three women are also concerned about the long-term health effects of menopause
Psychological symptoms may be more common in early perimenopause
Burden greater for psychological and somatic menopause symptoms, but not vasomotor symptoms
Increased risk for depressive symptoms, diagnoses seen among perimenopausal, but not postmenopausal, women
Authors say more studies are needed to understand ideal timing window for treatment initiation
Improvements seen in subjective sleep quality, latency, and disturbances
Frequency of defecation and stool consistency tied to intensity of menopause symptoms
Analysis revealed two clusters of highly correlated psychosocial factors -- stress and strain