Understanding Attitudes, Beliefs, and Behaviors Surrounding Menopause | PROM
Source : https://doi.org/10.2147/PROM.S375144
Menopause is defined to have occurred after 12 consecutive months of amenorrhea. Most women (and people assigned female at birth) experience menopause between the ages of 45 and 54 years, with 51 years being the average age of the final menstrual period. Each individual experiences the menopause transition differently.
Discussion: To provide optimal care throughout the menopause transition, healthcare providers need to provide a comprehensive evaluation including assessment of medical history and current status, psychosocial and cultural background, and individual personal and subjective perspectives. Personal and tailored healthcare according to a woman’s needs, preferences, and expectations should be provided.
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• Source: Patient Related Outcome Measures
• Conclusion: “Factors such as cultural beliefs, values and attitudes towards menopause determine personal experiences. More open discussions with friends, family, and HCPs may raise awareness and reduce barriers to seeking help. To provide optimal care throughout the menopause transition, HCPs should consider patients’ psychosocial and cultural backgrounds, and personal and subjective perspectives.”
• U.S. researchers conducted 3 studies to assess female perspectives, attitudes, and beliefs surrounding menopause transition. They also assessed how digital technology can be utilized to manage symptoms.
• The researchers found that 71% of participants used Google searches or unspecified websites to find information pertaining to perimenopause, with 45% unsatisfied with online resources that explained menopause-related symptoms. The participants desired digital health technology that was convenient, easy to use, and accessible. Only 16% of participants eschewed such technology.
• The authors wrote, “To provide optimal care throughout the menopause transition, healthcare providers need to provide a comprehensive evaluation including assessment of medical history and current status, psychosocial and cultural background, and individual personal and subjective perspectives. Personal and tailored healthcare according to a woman’s needs, preferences, and expectations should be provided.”