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Menopausal Brain: What Every Woman Needs to Know with Tamsen Fadal
Mar 3, 2025
Tamsen Fadal, an award-winning journalist and author, discusses the often-overlooked realities of menopause, sharing insights from her book, How to Menopause. She breaks down the stages and symptoms, emphasizing the confusion caused by hormonal changes. Fadal also addresses the challenges women face at work during this transition and highlights the importance of support and community. With a focus on self-care and mental health, she frames menopause as a journey of growth and self-discovery.
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- Menopause involves cognitive changes known as brain fog due to declining estrogen levels, impacting memory and focus.
- Building a supportive community is crucial for navigating menopause, helping women feel connected and empowering their supporters to understand the transition.
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Understanding Menopause Stages
Menopause consists of three main stages: perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause. Perimenopause can last several years and is characterized by fluctuating hormones, leading to various symptoms that can confuse women. This stage often causes feelings of confusion, lack of self-identity, and over 30 unique symptoms, including mood changes and weight gain. Many women are unaware that these symptoms are part of menopause, leading to unnecessary anxiety and visits to healthcare providers who may also lack adequate knowledge about this life phase.
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