How can menopause affect my personal and work relationships? I don't feel like having sex, is that normal? What can I do to help deal with the stress of menopause?

In this episode, leading endocrinologist Dr Christina Jang talks about the effects menopause can have on daily life, work, relationships and sex.

We're also joined again by Michelle, who talks more about her experiences of dealing with menopause at work. Then we welcome Heather, who shares how she and her wife have navigated menopause together.

Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss our next episode where we discuss Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT).

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Episode Resources: 

Relationships Australia

Relationships Australia is a leading provider of relationship support services for individuals, families and communities. They are not a crisis service, but if you have questions or concerns about your relationship, family, or any other aspect of your personal life, call them on 1300 364 277 to discuss which of their services will best support you. For more information visit the Relationships Australia website.

Australasian Menopause Society (AMS) 

The AMS is a not-for-profit member-based society aiming to improve the quality of life for women during and after the menopause. The AMS helps women and their health professionals better understand the transition through this stage of life by providing accurate, evidence-based information about premature menopause, perimenopause, menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) and alternatives, osteoporosis and how to locate a doctor interested in women's health. Visit the AMS website for more information.

Jean Hailes for Women's Health

Jean Hailes for Women's Health is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving women's health across Australia through every life stage. They work in public health, research, clinical services and policy. Their website has practical and easy-to-understand information for women and for health professionals. Visit the Jean Hailes website for more information.

Lifeline

Lifeline provides free, 24-hour telephone crisis support service in Australia. Counsellors are available to provide mental health support and emotional assistance, not only via telephone but face-to-face and online. Visit the Lifeline website for more information, or call them on 13 11 14.

Beyond Blue

Beyond Blue is an Australian mental health and wellbeing support organisation. They offer free, qualified mental health support via chat or phone. For more information visit the Beyond Blue website or call them on 1300 22 4636.

Women's Wellbeing Line

The Women’s Wellbeing Line (1800 4WOMEN) provides free mental health support and therapeutic counselling for women, girls and gender diverse folk in Queensland. For more information visit their website.