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¹Federal University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil. smgvigeta@unifesp.br

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Menopause and poor sleep hygiene significantly impact sleep quality in women. Stress, hormonal changes, and breathing disorders also contribute to sleep disturbances, highlighting the need for better sleep habits.

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Area of Science:

Sleep Medicine
Psychology
Sociology

Background:

Menopause is associated with various physiological and psychological changes.
Sleep disturbances are common in postmenopausal women, affecting their quality of life.
Understanding the multifactorial nature of sleep issues is crucial for effective interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify key factors influencing perceived sleep quality in postmenopausal women.
To explore the relationship between menopause, psychosocial factors, and sleep disorders.
To investigate the role of sleep hygiene in persistent sleep disturbances.

Main Methods:

Utilized the Collective Subject Discourse (CSD) methodology.
Conducted in-depth interviews with 22 postmenopausal Brazilian women experiencing insomnia.
Employed social representations theory as the theoretical framework.

Main Results:

Sleep disorders often originate in childhood or during stressful periods, not exclusively linked to menopause.
Hormonal fluctuations, psychosocial stressors, and sleep-breathing disorders contribute to sleep disturbances during menopause.
Poor sleep hygiene practices were identified as significant factors in the continuation of sleep problems.

Conclusions:

Sleep quality perception in postmenopausal women is influenced by a complex interplay of factors.
Menopause-related hormonal changes, psychosocial elements, and pre-existing sleep issues exacerbate sleep disturbances.
Improving sleep hygiene is essential for managing and resolving persistent sleep problems in this demographic.