Menopause: Myths, facts, Physical challenges, Emotional turbulence and mental wellbeing
| 22-Jun-2025
Most women 🧕don't know what exactly happening to them when they enter the age of menopause.
A few of them Google it out and reach conclusions of their own. 🤦
But, no one consult a doctor 🩺as there is nothing to complain about.
Unfortunately, there is a lot of changes happening in them🧬; from changing periods to mood swings.
How to cope with that is always a problem.⚖️
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*MESPA UAE* is trying to address these issues by bringing it to a discussion.
We are conducting an online seminar on 22 June 25 Sunday.
4:30 PM (UAE)
6:00 PM (IST)
1:30 PM (UK)
8:30 AM (Washington, US)
5:30 AM (LA, US
On Menopause: Myths, facts, Physical challenges, Emotional turbulence and mental wellbeing'
The Webinar will be live on Facebook 🌐and YouTube
Speakers: Two Gynaecologists &
One Clinical Psychologist.
Zoom Joining Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88326968065?pwd=UezEM9UQHK6JITaMFBa4LUnCqKOdOH.1
Meeting ID: 883 2696 8065
Passcode: 142046
Anchor:
Ms. Raseena MESPA (Joint. Secretary.)
Introduces the speakers.
1. Dr. Shobhana Mohandas.
Topic:
Scope/Key Points:
What is menopause and perimenopause?
Hormonal changes and their physical impacts (hot flashes, sleep disturbances, etc.)
Medical reasons for mood swings during menopause
Addressing common restrictions placed on menopausal women — are they medically justified?
Treatment options: HRT, lifestyle modifications, supplements
Myths surrounding menopause in society
2. Dr. Milu Maria Anto .
Scope/Key Points:
Psychological impact of menopause: mood swings, anxiety, depression, irritability
How hormonal changes influence emotional responses
Role of societal expectations and stigma
Managing emotional wellbeing — practical coping strategies
Importance of support systems (family, friends, workplace)
Breaking the silence: encouraging open dialogue about menopause.
3. Dr. Seena Sabthosh
Topic: Bone health after menopause.
Selected questions will be answered on the webinar.
Share with your friends and colleagues.
Understanding your partner, mother or sister is very important. This seminar is important to everyone to avoid misunderstanding on a medical condition otherwise neglected.