The Transition
09/16/2020
“I am noticing my body is changing.” “I am getting more moody and emotional.” “I am so forgetful, I just can’t concentrate as well as I used to.”
These can be common statements or concerns for women entering into menopause. Much of the reason is hormonal and a natural biological process, which can make you feel out of your control.
These steps can help you to take on what IS in your control during this developmental life change.
• Reframe your negative thoughts about the process.
• Address the experiences or symptoms that are causing discomfort.
• Incorporate self care activities as exercise, good sleep practices and a healthy diet.
• Get support from others who have gone through this process or who are going through the process.
• Reach out for professional help when symptoms are impacting the quality of your life.
https://ct.counseling.org/2019/01/talking-about-menopause/
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/what-menopause
Pollyanna Vujovic APN is a board certified Family Practice Nurse (FNP) who works with individuals having a variety of mental health needs. She engages her patients through empathic listening, identifying their treatment needs and setting goals to decrease suffering and improve their quality of life.
“I am noticing my body is changing.” “I am getting more moody and emotional.” “I am so forgetful, I just can’t concentrate as well as I used to.”
These can be common statements or concerns for women entering into menopause. Much of the reason is hormonal and a natural biological process, which can make you feel out of your control.
These steps can help you to take on what IS in your control during this developmental life change.
• Reframe your negative thoughts about the process.
• Address the experiences or symptoms that are causing discomfort.
• Incorporate self care activities as exercise, good sleep practices and a healthy diet.
• Get support from others who have gone through this process or who are going through the process.
• Reach out for professional help when symptoms are impacting the quality of your life.
https://ct.counseling.org/2019/01/talking-about-menopause/
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/what-menopause
Pollyanna Vujovic APN is a board certified Family Practice Nurse (FNP) who works with individuals having a variety of mental health needs. She engages her patients through empathic listening, identifying their treatment needs and setting goals to decrease suffering and improve their quality of life.
