Why does menopause cause women to be a little mean?How long does menopause last?

Kate-Ann asked:


Why does menopause cause meanness?
I notice that women tend to be a little mean when going through “the change”
Why?
How long does menopause last?
Women are kind of crazy during menopause.
My mom sure is moody lately.I can’t wait for her to be done.I don’t live with my parents but when I visit she can be a little mean sometimes lately.
How long does it last?
Why are menopausal women so mean?

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5 Responses to Why does menopause cause women to be a little mean?How long does menopause last?

  1. kay_flood says:

    It’s pretty much the same issue as PMS, fluctuating hormone levels alter a person’s mood.

  2. your fan says:

    It is all due to harmonal changes.

    Do not worry.

  3. sad says:

    menopause last about 7 – ten years, yes that’s right, suggest some extra estrogen for a while will help with her emotions, and will also feel better

  4. bmarie c says:

    You get that way because of your hormones. You aren’t producing as much and it wacks you out more ways than one.

  5. babykitty says:

    It is called moon swings, and its “Mental pause” with power surges! and yes 7-10 years. We get depressed too. Be patient she needs to get on something. If no HRT, try Omega-3 vitamins ot flax seed oil, they will help with her symptoms.