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Self-regulation model applied to menopause: a mixed-methods study
Summary
The self-regulation model effectively explains the menopause experience for Portuguese women. Menopause representations did not differ based on individual characteristics, suggesting a universal experience.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Menopause is influenced by bio-psycho-sociocultural factors.
- Understanding women's experiences and representations of menopause is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the self-regulation model's applicability to the menopausal experience.
- To investigate variations in menopause representations among women with different characteristics.
Main Methods:
- 27 Portuguese women (40-65 years) participated.
- Data collected via sociodemographics, health, sexual activity, menopausal status, and symptoms.
- Semi-structured interviews and directed content analysis followed by Mann-Whitney U tests.
Main Results:
- Aging was key to menopause identity; vasomotor symptoms to negative consequences; menses cessation to positive consequences.
- Hormonal changes were identified as a cause, and acceptance as a control factor.
- No significant differences in menopause representations were found across varying participant characteristics.
Conclusions:
- The self-regulation model is suitable for explaining the menopausal experience.
- Menopause representations were consistent across different participant groups.
- Findings support the development of comprehensive, theoretically-based interventions for menopause management.
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