Why do some women turn all weepy at Menopause? Menopause has long been blamed for a mature women’s blahs. But psychiatrists
case studies show that these women seek help because they already have emotional problems. Studies at Yale Medical School find that the signs of
depression and stress are not worse in menopausal women as compared to younger ones.Sometimes the emotional symptoms that are pinned on menopause like crying jags, temper tantrums, panic attacks, lack of concentration et al result from
sleeplessness due to night sweats, troublesome teens, coming for aging parents, failing careers, retirement, poor self esteem. The connection to menopause could merely be co-incidental. Always talk to your doctor to get to the root of the problem.Yoga, relaxation techniques, meditation and massage can help her and your to cope better.Be specially tender to your mate who has cosseted you through the years. Give her a foot, or head massage. Surprise her with a coupon for a makeover. Help her revamp her wardrobe.Enrol her in an exercise regimen to release feel good hormones. Bring back a joke or two with the daily bread. Maintain an active interest in her day, encourage new hobbies and games. And see how her spirits will lift.If the symptoms of anxiety, weight change, sleeplessness, memory loss, social withdrawal, stress, palpitations are severe it could be clinical depression. Consult a psychiatrist, which doesn’t mean that she is crazy, but just needs help.