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Depression during the female climacteric period

P M Coleman1

  • 1Acute Admission Unit, Shotley Bridge General Hospital, Consett, Durham, England.

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|October 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

This study explores factors contributing to increased depression in women during menopause. It emphasizes a holistic approach, including the Roy Adaptation model, for effective nursing care during this life stage.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Gerontology
  • Women's Health

Background:

  • Increased incidence of clinical depression during the female climacteric period.
  • Need to identify contributing biological and social factors.
  • Examination of changes within a bio-psycho-social framework.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Identify factors responsible for increased depression during the climacteric period.
  • Examine female changes during menopause within a bio-psycho-social framework.
  • Discuss nursing care and treatment strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of biological and social science research and anecdotal evidence.
  • Bio-psycho-social framework analysis of climacteric changes.
  • Consideration of personal beliefs in patient and clinician.

Main Results:

  • Depression during the climacteric period is influenced by a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors.
  • Personal beliefs of both patients and clinicians significantly impact care.
  • The Roy Adaptation model offers a relevant framework for care.

Conclusions:

  • A holistic approach is essential for managing depression in menopausal women.
  • The Roy Adaptation model is valuable for providing comprehensive care.
  • Further attention to the bio-psycho-social aspects of climacteric depression is warranted.

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