The Psychosocial Meaning of Menopause: Women's Experiences

ABSTRACT

This paper reports on a qualitative study of womens' experiences with menopause from a psychosocial perspective. Women give voice to the impact of menopause upon their sense of self and significant relationships in their lives. This study raises questions about the meaning of the reluctance of women and others to discuss menopause in a helpful, meaningful way.

KEYWORDS:

• Menopause
• psychosocial issues
• significant relationships