General Practitioner, Dr Elisabeth Olynetz, discusses the physical and mental health symptoms that women experience during menopause. She emphasises that women cannot simply pause and stop functioning, as they often have responsibilities such as raising children and managing a household.

Insomnia, anxiety, and depression are common mental health symptoms during menopause. Insomnia can lead to fatigue and difficulty functioning, while anxiety can cause excessive worrying and physical symptoms like weight loss and palpitations. Depression can manifest as low self-esteem and even suicidal thoughts.

Dr Olynetz encourages women to discuss these symptoms with their doctor or gynaecologist. Treatment options include lifestyle changes, therapy, medication and menopausal hormone therapy (MHT). She urges women to seek help and emphasises that there are many options available to alleviate their symptoms.