Quality of Life in Postmenopausal Female Members and Non-members of the Elderly Support Association

Shirvani, Mina; Heidari, Mohammad

doi:10.6118/jmm.2016.22.3.154

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“… 9 Similar cross-sectional descriptive study was done at Iran also shows that the participants were over 55 years. 1 A study conducted in Karnataka shows that 56% of women from rural area. The present study reveals that the physical symptoms were more among rural women (7.71%) compared to urban women.…”

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Quality of Life of Postmenopausal Women in Urban and Rural Communities

Paulose

Kamath

2018

J Menopausal Med

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ObjectivesMenopause is a transitional time in a woman's life leading to both physical and emotional challenges which affects the quality of life (QOL). Average age of menopause is around 48 years but it strikes Indian women at the age of 40 to 45 years. So, menopausal health demands higher priority in Indian as well as global scenario. The present study was conducted to compare the QOL of postmenopausal women residing in urban and rural communities.MethodsThe study adopted quantitative research approach with comparative survey design. The samples were 100 postmenopausal women from rural urban communities selected using non probability purposive sampling technique. Data was collected by interview using demographic performa and menopause specific QOL.ResultsThe mean QOL score (X2 = 27.24) of rural women was higher than the mean QOL score (X1 = 26.34) of urban women. The calculated independent ‘t’ value (t = 0.86; P < 0.05) is lesser than the table value (t98 = 1.980). There was association between QOL of urban postmenopausal women and monthly income of the family (χ2 = 4.023) was statistically significant at 0.05 levels.ConclusionsThere was no significant difference in the QOL of postmenopausal women in rural and urban areas. Indian women are ignorant about the changes taking place in their reproductive system. Religion and culture of our society also inhibits to express these changes. Health care professionals have a great role in addressing these issues to prepare women to face the challenges of reproductive health.

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“…Women are the center of family health and are the main role model for the next generation of teaching and promoting healthy living. 1 Menopause is part of the critical phases of a woman's life, which characterizes the transition from fertility to infertility. 2 …”

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Quality of Life of Postmenopausal Women in Urban and Rural Communities

Paulose

Kamath

2018

J Menopausal Med

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“…Menopause is considered one of the growth stages in the life cycle of women have a direct effect on quality of life and psychological well-being of women 12. So that postmenopausal women report a high level of complaints related to the mental health and poor performance of ovarian function such as depression, anxiety, stress, etc.…”

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Sexual Self-concept and Its Relationship to Depression, Stress and Anxiety in Postmenopausal Women

2017

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ObjectivesWomen in menopause have the more mood swings than before menopause. At the same time seem to sexual self-concept and sexual aspects of self-knowledge has a great impact on their mental health. This study aimed to investigate the sexual self-concept and its relationship to depression, stress and anxiety in postmenopausal women's.MethodsIn this descriptive correlation research, 300 of postmenopausal women referred to healthcare and medical treatment centers in Abadeh city were selected by convenience sampling method. The information in this study was collected by using questionnaires of multidimensional sexual self-concept and depression anxiety stress scale 21 (DASS-21). For data analysis, SPSS/17 software was used.ResultsThe results showed the mean score positive sexual self-concept was 41.03 ± 8.66 and the average score of negative sexual self in women's was 110.32 ± 43.05. As well as scores of depression, stress, and anxiety, 35.67%, 32.33% and 37.67% respectively were in severe level. Positive and negative sexual self-concept scores with scores of stress, anxiety, and depression, of post-menopausal women in the confidence of 0.01, is significantly correlated (P < 0.05).ConclusionsBeing stress, anxiety, and depression in severe level and also a significant correlation between increased stress, anxiety and depression with negative and weak self-concept of women's, it is necessary to devote more careful attention to mental health issues of women's and have appropriate interventions.

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“…It involves a complex interaction of genetic, biological, and psychological factors [1]. The decrease in estrogen levels produces a series of symptoms that impair quality of life (QOL), affecting the physical, mental, and sexual health of women [2]. Regarding the latter, the menopause transition can impair sexual relations by affecting the biological systems involved in normal sexual response [3].…”

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Effects of Physical Exercise on Sexual Function and Quality of Sexual Life Related to Menopausal Symptoms in Peri- and Postmenopausal Women: A Systematic Review

Carcelén-Fraile

Aibar-Almazán

Martínez‐Amat

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IJERPH

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During the menopausal period, sexual dysfunction is associated with the development or worsening of psychological conditions, causing deterioration in women’s mental health and quality of life. This systematic review aims to investigate the effects of different exercise programs on sexual function and quality of sexual life related to menopausal symptoms. With this purpose, a systematic literature search was conducted in PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science, and Cochrane Plus. A total of 1787 articles were identified in the initial search and 11 prospective studies (including 8 randomized controlled trials) were finally included. The most commonly recommended training programs are based on exercising pelvic floor muscles, as they seem to have the largest impact on sexual function. Mind–body disciplines also helped in managing menopausal symptoms. However, as far as the most traditional programs were concerned, aerobic exercises showed inconsistent results and resistance training did not seem to convey any benefits. Although positive effects have been found, evidence supporting physical exercise as a strategy to improve sexual function and quality of sexual life related to menopausal symptoms is limited, and further studies on this topic are needed.

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Quality of Life in Postmenopausal Female Members and Non-members of the Elderly Support Association

Cited by 27 publications

References 23 publications

Quality of Life of Postmenopausal Women in Urban and Rural Communities

Quality of Life of Postmenopausal Women in Urban and Rural Communities

Sexual Self-concept and Its Relationship to Depression, Stress and Anxiety in Postmenopausal Women

Effects of Physical Exercise on Sexual Function and Quality of Sexual Life Related to Menopausal Symptoms in Peri- and Postmenopausal Women: A Systematic Review

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