Cases of depression have increased in women compared to men, hormones spoil mental health after 40.

Effect of hormones on women after 40

After 40, when women’s perimenopause phase begins, their periods are first disturbed. Some women have heavy periods and some have reduced blood flow. Sometimes periods come early and sometimes they do not come for 2-3 months. Hot flashes begin. The veins in the legs start stretching. It also starts affecting the mood and behavior of women. Sometimes she feels lonely, sometimes sad, sometimes she cries, the woman herself cannot understand what has happened to her.

Some women suffer from ‘MT Nest Syndrome’. When children go away from home to study or pursue a career, it becomes difficult for women to stay away from them. Women who stay at home are more likely to suffer from ‘MT Nest Syndrome’ than working women. After the children leave, she does not understand what she will do throughout the day. These thoughts come to the mind of working women that no one cares about them.

Men cannot understand wife’s pain

There is still no awareness about menopause. Because of this, men are unable to understand what has happened to their wives. his/her wife’s sadness, irritability and anger bother him/her. Instead of understanding the wife, the husband alleges that there is unrest in his/her life because of the wife. Even children do not understand the change in their mother. Husband and family members understand that the woman has changed, but no one understands what is happening to her.

Due to lack of information and carelessness, cases of depression among women are increasing rapidly. When the husband comes from office irritated, the wife, understanding his/her mental condition, asks the reason for his/her anger. Spends time with them. But when the wife is angry or sad, most of the husbands do not even pay attention to her. Husband’s neglect troubles the wife more. She feels that no matter how much she sacrifices herself for her husband and family, still no one appreciates her.

Effect of depression on sexual relationship

When the wife is suffering from depression during menopause phase, it also affects the relationship of the couple. Due to decreasing level of estrogen hormone in the body, a woman’s sexual desire decreases. Due to this, the husband starts getting irritated and distance starts increasing in the relationship.

Instead of fighting over this problem, it is better to take expert advice. Experts will solve your problem so that the physical relationship between husband and wife becomes good again.

Why does confidence decrease after 40?

After the age of 40, due to decrease in estrogen hormone, obesity of women suddenly starts increasing. Hair starts growing on the face. Now she does not look as beautiful as before. Wrinkles start appearing on the face. Due to this, the woman’s confidence starts decreasing. he/she feels that now his/her importance has reduced. The husband no longer loves her as before.

Counseling is very important to get out of such a situation. Women should accept the dignity of aging. This will not reduce their confidence.

Awareness on mental health is important

The mother takes full care of her daughter during the puberty period. It prepares her mentally even before her periods start. Now girls are also being given information about periods in schools. Girls themselves have started talking about periods without any hesitation.

But no one takes care of women during menopause phase. There is still a lack of awareness about menopause. Women themselves do not know about it properly. Except for some urban conscious women, most women only know about menopause that after a certain age their periods will stop. But they are not aware of what effect it will have on their physical and mental health.

To protect women from depression, it is very important to pay attention to their mental health. For this, it is most important to talk about women’s mental health and spread awareness. It is the responsibility of the family to take care of the mental health of the woman who takes care of the house.

Just as women have started talking openly about periods, in the same way they should also talk openly about the problems occurring during menopause. First of all, women themselves should understand the problems of their body, then tell their husband and family about it. The problem will definitely be solved by talking.

Prepare for menopause like retirement

Just as you do not stop applying make-up and wearing fashionable clothes even at an older age, in the same way do not stop taking care of your health. Just as you prepare for retirement, prepare yourself for your mental health during menopause. The women of the house should understand each other’s situation.

Don’t make yourself so dependent on others that you can’t do anything alone. Make time for your hobbies. Focus on fitness. spend time with friends. Go out with them. The more prepared you are for menopause, the easier your journey will be to deal with mental health after 40.

Sadness, irritability, depression, not being interested in anything, not wanting to talk to anyone, not feeling hungry or eating too much, not being able to sleep or sleeping too much, feeling tired all the time, feeling worthless, any Inability to focus on work, lack of self-confidence, thoughts of suicide, all these are symptoms of depression. If these symptoms are seen in the woman of the house, then meet an expert and get her counselled. Get treatment if needed.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always consult your doctor for more information.

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