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Menopause and Neurodiversity: How Does It Impact Women in the Workplace? Join us on 15th October at 12pm for a webinar hosted by Samantha Alexander, UK Country Officer and COO at DWS and Dr Judith Mohring, organisational Psychiatrist to dive into the link between menopause, perimenopause, and neurodiversity. Menopause affects 51% of the population, having an impact on both physical and mental health: 1 in 6 women become depressed during this time. Perimenopause is the time before menopause, it averages a five-year span from 46-51 and often coincides with sandwich generation pressures at home and career seniority pressures at work. Menopause occurs on average around the age of 51. Nature has created her own glass ceiling. To date, research has focused on the link between oestrogen and brain health, particularly on dopamine and serotonin levels. More recently, research to understand the link between menopause and neurodiversity has begun. Find out how we can better support female talent in the workplace. Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/e2YA4NZs Linda Russheim Monique King Nalini Solanki Tim Edmans #WhatWorks #MenopauseAtWork

Menopause is an inevitable life stage for half the world’s population, but experiences vary hugely. Some women have few or no symptoms over the menopause transition while others have severe symptoms that impair their quality of life and may be persistent. Many women feel unsupported as they transition menopause. To better prepare and support women, the Lancet Series on menopause argues for an approach that goes beyond specific treatments to empower women with high-quality information, tools to support decision making, empathic clinical care, and workplace adjustments as needed. Targeted support is needed for groups who experience early menopause or treatment-induced menopause, and for those at increased risk of mental health problems. The authors recognise how gendered ageism may contribute to negative experiences of menopause and call for reduced stigma and greater recognition of the value and contribution of older women. See https://lnkd.in/eiZUpN6y

Its this week! Join us for an insightful panel discussion where we will explore the intersections of mental health, menopause, and aging. As Latinas, discussions surrounding mental health and menopause can be taboo or overlooked, leading to challenges in seeking support and understanding. This panel aims to break those barriers by providing a safe space for dialogue and empowerment.⁠ ⁠ Our esteemed experts Nurse Yamnia I. Cortes and Karina Muller, along with Sandra Noemi Torres and Ilhiana Rojas Saldana, ACC, CDVC, will delve into various aspects of mental well-being during menopause and beyond. We'll discuss the unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs that Latina women encounter as they navigate the journey of aging, hormonal changes, and societal expectations.⁠ ⁠ From debunking myths and addressing cultural stigmas to offering practical tips for self-care and seeking support, this session will equip you with valuable insights and resources to prioritize their mental health and overall well-being. Whether you're approaching menopause, in the midst of it, or supporting someone through this transition, this panel promises to offer guidance, solidarity, and empowerment for Latinas at every stage of life. Join us for an enriching conversation that celebrates resilience, fosters community, and champions holistic health for Latina women everywhere. Link to register: https://lnkd.in/enikk9t9

🌟 Felling hot flashes or suddenly sweats at Work 🌟 Did you know that women in their late 40s and 50s undergo menopause, a natural decline in reproductive hormones? This transition, lasting anywhere from 4-8 years, can also occur due to certain medical procedures, affecting women irrespective of age. The EMPACT Menopause Study reveals: 🌸79% experience sleep disturbances or insomnia 🌸78% face brain fog, affecting concentration and learning 🌸68% note weight gain or body shape changes 🌸66% deal with mood fluctuations or PMS-like symptoms Yet, only 31% feel comfortable discussing their menopause experiences at work. This silence underscores a vital need for empathy, support, and education in our workplaces. How can we support us who faces this or women & men in their meno-journey? 🌷Engage: Initiate conversations. Share your own stories to create a space where others feel safe to share theirs. 🌷Empathize: Be aware of your biases, ask sensitive questions, and listen actively. 🌷Educate: Advocate for inclusive policies and share resources to aid in navigating menopause challenges. Creating an inclusive workplace means supporting each other through every life stage. 🌈How are you contributing to this important conversation? #InclusiveWorkplace #MenopauseAwareness #SupportiveCulture

For most of us woman moving out of our breeding years, menopause occurs without permission. Menopause is when we stop making the hormones in a clockwork manner, they become erratic sometimes wildly then dwindle to dribble. Importantly, did you know that our brains are responsible for making estrogen? In both Male and Female brains, however female brains make more. I know! Boom! What's really interesting is why does the brain make it? Estrogen produced in the brain is responsible for thinking, learning, memory, helps the brain make and repair brain cells, improves functionality and overall brain health. There are increasing numbers of woman in their midlife, diagnosed with neurodiversity. We know females historically were under-diagnosed neurodiverse (perhaps gender bias + females present with less hyperactivity or behavioral issues). Also woman in midlife often have an increase of stress while trying to balance it all which contributes. If this sounds interesting, feel free to join this webinar to find out more.

Cognition issues in menopause is the number symptom of concern. There is science that supports this. The brain synthesises estrogen for use in the brain, by the brain. This occurs in men and woman, however woman who make more, suffer as menopause changes supply drastically. Understanding this change in our brains has a significant impact for the workplace as woman who previously were working their way to peak of their careers suddenly can't function the same due to the withdrawal of these hormones. Reducing hours to manage the symptoms such as fatigue, memory, speech, and learning. Add to the mix undiagnosed neurodivergency, there may be reasons for extreme changes in ability to concentrate, learn, and remember. I am sharing this webinar regarding why more woman are diagnosed neurodiverent for those who may be interested in hearing reasons why. Please take a look!

Understanding Brain Fog in the Workforce... Brain fog, characterized by cognitive changes such as forgetfulness and lack of focus, is a common symptom during menopause. This can significantly impact women in the workplace. 👉Women make up 47% of the UK workforce, with over 4.5 million women aged 50+ in employment. 👉60% of working women aged 45-55 report that menopause negatively affects their work. At INSneuro, our expertise in brain fog across different health conditions enables us to provide valuable support and understanding for those affected by menopausal brain fog. Stay tuned for more insights on this important issue! 🌟 #BrainFog #Menopause #WomenInWorkforce #INSneuro #CognitiveHealth

Join us for an insightful panel discussion where we will explore the intersections of mental health, menopause, and aging. As Latinas, discussions surrounding mental health and menopause can be taboo or overlooked, leading to challenges in seeking support and understanding. This panel aims to break those barriers by providing a safe space for dialogue and empowerment.⁠ ⁠ Our esteemed experts Nurse Yamnia I. Cortes and Karina Muller, along with Sandra Noemi Torres and Ilhiana Rojas Saldana, ACC, CDVC, will delve into various aspects of mental well-being during menopause and beyond. We'll discuss the unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs that Latina women encounter as they navigate the journey of aging, hormonal changes, and societal expectations.⁠ ⁠ From debunking myths and addressing cultural stigmas to offering practical tips for self-care and seeking support, this session will equip you with valuable insights and resources to prioritize their mental health and overall well-being. Whether you're approaching menopause, in the midst of it, or supporting someone through this transition, this panel promises to offer guidance, solidarity, and empowerment for Latinas at every stage of life. Join us for an enriching conversation that celebrates resilience, fosters community, and champions holistic health for Latina women everywhere. Link to register: https://lnkd.in/enikk9t9

Please join us as we discuss these very important topics of mental health, menopause and aging. The conversation will be insightful, useful and powerful. Thank you UNITED LATINAS, Ilhiana Rojas Saldana, ACC, CDVC and Sandra Noemi Torres for inviting me to be on this panel. #mentalhealth #womenshealth #aging

Did you know that 1 in 100 women get POI or more formally known as Premature Ovarian Insufficiency . (Yes, great name - note sarcasm in my voice! 😝) POI is classified as 'when a woman's ovaries stop working normally before she is 40' however this can happen much, much younger. As a result said woman or person with womb goes in to the menopause early & subsequently it can affect fertility. There is no treatment for this other than HRT but as you can imagine the impacts of going through menopause at 17 for example are vast. The lack of oestrogen causes a number of ongoing health concerns from heart disease & Osteoporosis to fatigue, muscle development & good mental wellbeing. I dare to even think about how someone would actually then manage this as a teenager, amongst their peers discussing periods or puberty & at an age full of vulnerability. Addressing such topics is crucial for education at any age. It's essential to understand that medical assumptions based on male bodies do not represent the entire human experience. I can assure you that is not true. As I continue to research, to reach out to others, to share knowledge & to create imagery that celebrates the skin we are in & aims to diversify conversations; I'd love to hear from you if you too believe that we can create something great together. Through open dialogue, lived experience and my lens, I would be honoured to hear from you if you too are suffering from POI, early menopause or an ageing health journey that offers you an alternative stance on things. Join me in creating meaningful conversations and promoting diversity in health journeys. Take part below or by dropping me a message. ❤️ https://buff.ly/3MvT1wg