Alternative aging

Area of Science:

• Women's Health
• Midlife Health
• Menopause Studies

Background:

• Perimenopause and menopause present unique health challenges for women.
• Midlife women are increasingly aware of their health risks.
• There is a growing emphasis on wellness and proactive health management in midlife.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explore the health concerns of women during perimenopause and menopause.
• To understand midlife women's recognition of health risks.
• To investigate women's desire for promoting optimal health and wellness.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative research methods were employed.
• Interviews were conducted with women in midlife.
• Thematic analysis was used to interpret the data.

Main Results:

• Women identified various health concerns associated with hormonal changes.
• Participants expressed a strong desire to mitigate identified health risks.
• A significant appreciation for wellness and self-care was reported.

Conclusions:

• Midlife women are receptive to health interventions during hormonal transitions.
• Empowering women to manage health risks is crucial.
• Promoting wellness strategies can enhance quality of life during menopause.