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Menopause & Crying

As a woman enters into menopause and then permanently lands there, she is going to be bombarded with hormones that are fluctuating like crazy. This can have an impact on her emotional state and make her weepy.

  1. Loss of Estrogen and Progesterone

    • The dip in estrogen and progesterone, two vital female hormones, can cause insomnia, prompt feelings of loss and sadness, and drain you of your energy.

    The Hormone Tango

    • When you are in menopause, your body no longer produces eggs to be fertilized. When ovulation ceases, your body no longer manufactures estrogen or progesterone in sufficient amounts. These hormones are integral to ovulation and menstruation and also safeguard a woman's health and emotions. The loss of these hormones can affect your body and your moods.

    Sadness

    • When menopause occurs, this can be a sad time for some women, especially if they've never had children and wanted to have them.

    Depression

    • Furthermore, some women perceive this transition as a marker that half of their lives are over and find this depressing. Others may feel less sexual and feminine. All of these emotions can contribute to crying and sadness, according to the Mayo Clinic.

    Expert Insight

    • The Cleveland Clinic recommends that you seek support from your family and friends, letting them know that you're going through a difficult time. Talking about it might help. Take a multi-vitamin, eat a balanced diet and remember to exercise because this will release endorphins, the feel good chemicals, into your body.

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