Low Self-Esteem in Menopausal / perimenopausal women
| Key things to know | What the evidence shows |
|---|---|
| How common is it? | NE |
| Is it more common among menopausal / perimenopausal women? | Body, ageing, role and identity changes can affect self-evaluation |
| Are menopausal / perimenopausal women at higher risk? | #N/A |
| How much higher is the risk? | NE |
| How often can it be missed? | #N/A |
| Does it show up differently among menopausal / perimenopausal women? | Yes |
| How might it look different? | Ageing, body changes, sexuality, work/parenting transitions and cultural beliefs about ageing may become salient |
| What commonly occurs alongside it? | #N/A |
| What can it be confused with? | Normal adjustment to ageing/menopause; MDD; anxiety |
| Common screening tool | RSES — Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale |
| Separate screening tool for menopausal / perimenopausal women | None established |
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Self-Assessment: Depression
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Self-Assessment: Emotional Regulation
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Self-Assessment: Retroactive Jealousy
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