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The menopause experience: a woman's perspective.

Sharon A George1

  • 1University of Massachusetts Lowell, Department of Nursing, USA. georgesh@earthlink.net

Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing : JOGNN
|February 15, 2002
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The menopausal transition is a unique experience for every American woman, influenced by diverse backgrounds and personal perspectives. This study explored individual meanings and themes during menopause.

Area of Science:

  • Sociology
  • Women's Health
  • Qualitative Research

Background:

  • Menopause is a significant life transition for women.
  • Understanding diverse experiences is crucial for comprehensive healthcare.
  • Previous research may not fully capture the individual nuances of menopause.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the complexities of the menopausal transition in American women.
  • To identify common themes and individual variations in menopausal experiences.
  • To interpret the lived reality of menopause across diverse ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative phenomenological study.
  • Semistructured interviews with 15 women experiencing natural menopause.
  • Multiethnic sample from the Boston area.

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Main Results:

  • Three major themes identified: expectations/realization, sorting things out, and a new life phase.
  • No two women shared identical menopausal experiences.
  • Significant individual differences in personal meanings, expectations, attitudes, and beliefs about menopause.

Conclusions:

  • Menopause experience is highly individualized for American women.
  • Personal meanings and perspectives on menopause vary significantly.
  • The study highlights the complexity and personal nature of the menopausal transition.