ArticleOccupational medicine (Oxford, England)2023
Impact of menopausal symptoms on work and careers: a cross-sectional study.
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Effects of Progressive Relaxation Exercise on Menopausal Symptoms and Work Performance: A Randomized Control Study
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22 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 42 citations in OpenAlex.
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- American Medical Women's Association's commitment to advancing menopausal health equity and awareness.Frontiers in reproductive health · 2026Article
- A qualitative study on the phased nature of the self-acceptance process for working women experiencing menopause.Journal of rural medicine : JRM · 2026Article
- Menopausal symptoms, work ability, and quality of life: a cross-sectional study among employed women in southern India.Frontiers in global women's health · 2026Article
- Are menopausal and andropausal symptoms associated with presenteeism? A cross-sectional survey of white-collar employees at 14 large corporations in Tokyo, Japan.BMJ public health · 2026Article
- The influence of menopause symptoms on workplace mental health among Irish women: A preliminary study.Comprehensive psychoneuroendocrinology · 2025Article
- A survey assessing the impact of symptoms related to the menstrual cycle and perceptions of workplace productivity: considerations for employer-sponsored menstrual health programs.BMC women's health · 2025Article
- Women's hormonal health research and care: the times, they are a-changin'.Translational cancer research · 2025Article
- An exploration of women's occupational participation and identity during menopause: Descriptive qualitative study.The British journal of occupational therapy · 2025Article
- EndoCompass Project: Research Roadmap for Reproductive and Developmental Endocrinology.Hormone research in paediatrics · 2025Review
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- Proposals for integrated public management of the menopausal transition and postmenopause through Spanish women's experiences: a qualitative study.Frontiers in reproductive health · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundWomen over 50 years are one of the fastest-growing employment groups. Menopausal symptoms can adversely impact quality of life, work performance and attendance; however, few studies look at the impact of individual menopausal symptoms on work and career development.
aimsTo measure the prevalence of menopausal symptoms in employees in a healthcare setting, to assess the impact of individual symptoms on work, attendance and career development and to explore perceptions about workplace supports.
methodsIn this cross-sectional study of Irish hospital workers, menopausal employees were asked about the frequency of 10 menopausal symptoms and the extent to which each symptom impacted them at work. Impacts on performance, attendance and career development were assessed, along with the benefits of workplace support.
resultsResponses from 407 women showed that the most common menopausal symptoms affecting employees greater than 50% of the time while at work were fatigue (54%), difficulty sleeping (47%), poor concentration (44%) and poor memory (40%). Work performance was impacted for 65% of respondents and 18% had taken sick leave. There was a significant association between symptom severity at work and reduced work performance, career development decisions and attendance. Manager awareness about menopause (29%) and flexible working times (29%) were selected as the most important workplace supports.
conclusionsFemale employees are negatively impacted by menopausal symptoms while at work, particularly by psychological and neurocognitive symptoms which were associated with reduced work performance, attendance and career decisions. Manager awareness and flexible schedules were considered the most beneficial workplace supports.
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