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Hunter, Myra

doi:10.1023/a:1008973822876

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“…Some questionnaires addressing menopausal symptoms include items related to reduced cognitive functioning. For example, the Women’s Health Questionnaire includes the item “My memory is poor” [ 1 ]. Within the item concerning physical and mental exhaustion, the Menopausal Symptom List includes descriptions of two complaints: impaired memory and forgetfulness [ 2 ].…”

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Complaints of reduced cognitive functioning during perimenopause: a cross-sectional analysis of the Japan Nurses’ Health Study

Hayashi

Ideno

Nagai

et al. 2022

womens midlife health

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Background Many women experience various symptoms during the period of menopausal transition, including complaints of reduced cognitive functioning. However, these complaints are not necessarily recognized as core menopausal symptoms. In this study, we sought to characterize subjective complaints of reduced cognitive functioning by analyzing cross-sectional data from the Japan Nurses’ Health Study (JNHS). Methods The JNHS 4-year follow-up questionnaire containing a 21-item climacteric symptom checklist, which included a question about “poor memory or forgetfulness”, was mailed between 2005 and 2011 to all JNHS participants, regardless of their age at the time of the survey. We estimated the prevalence of slight and severe complaints in 5-year age-groups. We used principal component analysis to explore the underlying factors among the 21 symptoms during the menopausal transition period in women aged 45–54 years at the time of the survey. We also examined risk factors for complaints using multivariable modified Poisson regression analysis. Results In total, 12,507 women responded to the 4-year survey. The mean age at the time of the 4-year survey was 46.5 years (range 27–82). “Poor memory or forgetfulness” showed a peak prevalence of 81.7% (severe 27.9%; slight 53.8%) at 50–54 years, and gradually decreased after 55 years. Principal component analysis indicated that “poor memory or forgetfulness” belonged to somatic symptoms and was close to psychological symptoms in women aged 45–54 years. In women aged 45–54 years, the complaint was also significantly associated with hot flashes and sweats. Multivariable modified Poisson regression analysis showed that menopausal status (uncertain and postmenopausal), less sleep (sleep of < 5 h and sleep of 5– < 6 h), night-shift work, and severe vasomotor symptoms (VMS) were significantly associated with the prevalence of severe complaints of reduced cognitive functioning in women aged 45–54 years. Conclusions We found that prevalence of “poor memory or forgetfulness” was highest during the menopausal transition period and among perimenopausal women. This subjective complaint was associated with somatic, psychological complaints and VMS. It may be useful for women with cognitive problems in the transition period to consider management of comorbid menopausal symptoms.

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Complaints of reduced cognitive functioning during perimenopause: a cross-sectional analysis of the Japan Nurses’ Health Study

Hayashi

Ideno

Nagai

et al. 2022

womens midlife health

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“…The electronic survey was live from April to July 2022. The validated tools included in the anonymous online survey were the 23-item Women's Health Questionnaire (WHQ) tool (Hunter, 2000) and 9 items from the Menopause Knowledge Scale (MKS) (Appling et al, 2000) which had been adapted by Smail et al (2020). These are summarised in Table 1.…”

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“…Women's Health Questionnaire 23-item (Hunter, 2000) Investigates Cronbach's alpha coefficient 0.858 a Reliability is rated between 0 and 1, with 0 indicating poor reliability and 1 indicating perfect reliability. Ratings >0.70 are considered optimal (Findler et al, 2001).…”

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“I was just a shell”: Mental health concerns for women in perimenopause and menopause

O'Reilly,

McDermid,

McInnes

et al. 2023

Int J Mental Health Nurs

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Early detection of deteriorating mental health for women who are experiencing symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause is critical to ensure the well‐being of women. Unfortunately, many women during this phase of their lives find it difficult to access relevant and timely treatment. This concurrent mixed methods study using an online survey and qualitative interviews explored Australian women's knowledge and experiences of perimenopause and menopause and specifically reports on findings associated with women's mental health. Four hundred and eleven women completed the online survey in its entirety and 25 women participated in semi‐structured interviews between April and July 2022. Survey data were analysed using SPSS and, in this article, data are presented as descriptive statistics. Qualitative interviews were analysed using thematic analysis guided by Braun and Clarke (2013; 2019). Quantitative and qualitative data specific to women's mental health were integrated into three themes: (1) increased anxiety and depression, (2) a negative impact on emotions and (3) a negative impact on self‐worth. Findings from this study will help to inform clinical services for women as it highlights the need to improve education about perimenopause and menopause for healthcare providers and women.

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“…The tool contains 9 dimensions (37 items) specifically focused on the symptoms of climacteric women: (1) Depressive mood (DEP) -8 items, (2) Somatic symptoms (SOM) -8 items, (3) Memory/Concentration (MEM) -3 items, (4) Vasomotor symptoms (VAS) -2 items, (5) Anxiety/Fear (ANX) -4 items, (6) Sexual behavior (SEX) -3 items, (7) Sleeping disorders (SLE) -3 items, (8) Menstruation signs (MEN) -4 items, and ( 9) Attractiveness (ATT) -2 items (Hunter, 2003). WHQ results are expressed as scores on individual dimensions representing a raw score calculated from the relevant items, including transformation from 0 to 1 scale: the higher the value of the mean, the worse the health quality for the relevant dimension (Hunter, 2000). The Czech WHQ version has been available since 2001 (Hunter, 2003).…”

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Factors affecting the quality of life and health status of Czech women during the transition from reproductive to post-reproductive life

Belešová¹,

Tóthová²,

Nagórska³

2022

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Introduction and objective:In the period of transition from the reproductive to post-reproductive phase, clinical problems and changes of various character and intensity occur, which can affect the life of women. The aim of this quantitative study was to evaluate the factors affecting quality of life and quality of health of Czech women during the transition from reproductive to post-reproductive life. Methods: The data were obtained using two standardized questionnaires -(1) the WHO's WHOQOL-Bref and (2) Women's Health Questionnaire, (WHQ), as well as one non-standardized questionnaire to identify the women's quality of life and quality of health. Results: In relation to the quality of life, a statistical analysis showed that physical health was evaluated as the best item, while the home environment was considered to be the worst of the evaluated items. A comparison of the quality of health variables showed that during the climacteric, respondents were most troubled by vasomotor symptoms and least troubled by anxiety/fear. Most respondents perceived their quality of life as good, and the majority of women were satisfied with their health. Conclusions: A comparison of the quality of health variables showed that during the climacteric, respondents were most troubled by vasomotor symptoms and least troubled by anxiety/fear. Most respondents perceived their quality of life as good, and the majority of women were satisfied with their health.

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Cited by 78 publications

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Complaints of reduced cognitive functioning during perimenopause: a cross-sectional analysis of the Japan Nurses’ Health Study

Complaints of reduced cognitive functioning during perimenopause: a cross-sectional analysis of the Japan Nurses’ Health Study

“I was just a shell”: Mental health concerns for women in perimenopause and menopause

Factors affecting the quality of life and health status of Czech women during the transition from reproductive to post-reproductive life

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