09/10/2026
‼️ If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please dial 999.
🚨 If you need to speak with someone, call Samaritans free on 116 123 (24/7) or text SHOUT to 85258 if talking feels hard.
📞 Urgent mental health help and support, dial NHS 111 (option 2).
👩🏻⚕️ Speak to your GP or another doctor who will listen. Hormonal fluctuations can affect mental health and there is help available.
🧐A recent study published by British Journal of Psychiatry showed menopause-related psychological distress declined over time (~ 46% reduction on average). The data was collected from 957 women who attended a UK menopause clinic. The biggest improvement in mental health outcomes was seen with combined HRT, including formulations with testosterone. The results highlight the need for menopause-sensitive mental health assessments and integration of psychological screening into routine menopausal care.
Ref: BJPsych International. 2026;23(2):68-78. doi:10.1192/bji.2025.10094
If you’re in the early throws of Perimenopause, arm yourself with knowledge so you can prepare + advocate for treatment and support. I summarised what happens to your skin, weight, hair, energy + mind in “The Definitive Guide to Perimenopause”including treatment options and practical tips you can do yourself. You can download it via the link in my bio.
Pass this on to friends and family whom you care about 💜.