Menopause: Some interpretations of the results of a study among a non-western group

George, Theresa

doi:10.1016/0378-5122(88)90155-7

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“…Meanings and subjective experiences, including symptoms associated with menopause, should vary cross-culturally (George, 1988;Kaufert, 1982;Lock, 1994;Utian, 1997). Low-income Korean immigrant women who participated in the study reported in this article ignored and neglected their menopausal transition.…”

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Meanings of Menopause to Korean Immigrant Women

Meleis

2000

West J Nurs Res

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The meanings of menopause among a vulnerable group of women-low-income Korean immigrant women-were explored using a cross-sectional descriptive research design focusing on how these meanings were constructed with their daily life experiences. Twenty-one peri-or postmenopausal women were recruited using convenience sampling methods; 2-hour in-depth interviews were conducted with audiotaping and field notes, and the data were analyzed using thematic analysis, including line-by-line coding and categorization. Several themes related to the meanings of menopause emerged. The shock of menarche, various definitions of menopause, the negative view on middle age as falling down the hill, and other transitions the women were experiencing shaped the nature of their responses to menopause. The women were ambivalent about their menopausal transition, welcoming and fearing it. The authors propose that nurses initiate a dialogue about menopause with diverse populations to support the normalization of their menopausal transition and empower them to use culturally appropriate resources.Delivering quality care for menopausal women is enhanced by the extent to which nurses are able to understand the women's menopausal experience and the meanings they attach to these experiences. Menopausal transition is a developmental normal experience that is linked to aging, midlife, and role changes and that is surrounded by socioculturally driven meanings. Perceived appraisals of anticipated or experienced transition and the evaluation of its likely effect on one's life define the meanings clients may attach to a menopausal transition (Schumacher & Meleis, 1994). The different meanings may in turn shape women's responses and actions.The menopausal experience historically has been laden with myths and ignorance. Women in menopause have been medicalized, oppressed, neglected, and ignored (Coney

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Meanings of Menopause to Korean Immigrant Women

Meleis

2000

West J Nurs Res

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“…In cultures where women's status and self-worth are elevated as they approach midlife, and where new opportunities arise, menopause is considered a positive event (Agoestina & Van Keep, 1984;Beyene, 1986;George, 1988;Moore & Kombe, 1991;Sarrel & Bajulaiye, 1984;Souza, 1990;Townsend & Carbone, 1980). Among certain cultural groups, menopause is viewed as a natural process in the life cycle, not requiring the help of medical practitioners (Kearns & Christopherson, 1992).…”

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“…Given the differences in women's lives, we need to remember the importance of context in studying menopause, as the experience varies in different cultures (Beyene, 1986;George, 1988). The present investigation sought to enhance our understanding of the ways one group of women-low-income, rural African American women-interpret and respond to their menopause-related changes 82 WOMEN & HEALTH within the context of their lives.…”

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“…Many have written about racism and sexism, the basis for the notion of "double jeopardy"-being both Black and female. The roles are connected and are representative of Black women's real life experiences (Collins, 1991;George, 1988;Woods, 1993). Racism and sexism both contribute to restricted opportunities, especially in the areas of employment, education, and medical access.…”

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“Staying Strong”: How Low-Income Rural African American Women Manage Their Menopausal Changes

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Women & Health

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The present study sought to describe the various ways a group of rural, low-income African American women interpreted and responded to menopausal changes. The study analyzed the experiences of 44 African American women over the age of 40 from a small rural town in a large Eastern state; all interviews took place in the women's homes. Inductive analysis of the interviews uncovered two key concepts women employed in the face of menopausal changes: turning inward and relying on one's own resources and turning outward and seeking the support of others. Taken together, these strategies were aimed at achieving the overall goal of staying strong despite the challenges of unexpected or uncontrollable changes during the menopausal transition. The findings are linked to the notions of sexism, racism, and classism that frame many African American women's experience.

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“…The report is being presented at the Healthcare Exhibition at the National Exhibition Centre (22)(23)(24), where it will be discussed by an audience drawn from all of the health professions. They will be told that the report clearly identified a need for firm management as the way to solve the problems.…”

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