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Objective To explore menopause-associated cognitive changes and provide evidence-based counseling strategies to support midlife women. Design A review of clinical findings and research on cognitive function during menopause, focusing on counseling approaches. Setting Clinical settings, including gynecology and primary care practices. Population or Sample Midlife women experiencing cognitive symptoms during the menopausal transition. Methods Analysis of existing studies on cognitive function, hormone therapy, and modifiable risk factors affecting cognition. Main Outcome Measures Cognitive performance assessments, hormone therapy effects, and risk factor evaluations. Results Menopausal cognitive complaints are common but do not indicate imminent dementia. Cognitive changes are linked to hormonal fluctuations, vasomotor symptoms, sleep disturbances, and mood disorders. Hormone therapy has limited cognitive benefits but may help in symptom management. Conclusions Clinicians should provide reassurance and evidence-based strategies to manage cognitive symptoms. Lifestyle modifications and symptom-targeted treatments can aid in maintaining cognitive health in midlife and beyond.
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Amber Shams.
Cognitive Well-being in Midlife: Counseling Approaches to Menopause-Associated Brain Fog. Authorea. 06 May 2025.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22541/au.174651496.64977754/v1
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22541/au.174651496.64977754/v1
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