Working whilst struggling with Peri or Post Menopausal symptoms can be challenging for some women. With hot flashes, insomnia, brain fog, mood swings, depression, aches & pains and heavy periods it can be a very stressful time, and it’s often a sensitive and personal matter, that women feel unable or embarrassed to talk to their employer. Some women take time off without disclosing the real reason for their absence.
- 72.3% of menopausal women are in the workplace
- Menopause is often mis-diagnosed as a Mental Health Condition by GPs with Mental Health First Aiders in the Workplace offering no support
- Many women feel they need extra support & advice in the workplace
- 80% of women will experience symptoms some will be severe and debilitating
- Others consider working part-time or leaving their employment due to symptoms and the impact on their career.
Without Employers support, it’s increasingly likely that the effects of Peri Menopause will mean that women call in sick, lose confidence in doing their role, suffer from stress, anxiety, depression or leave their employment.