FIGO best practice recommendations for the mental health of women at menopausal age.

GuidelineInternational journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics· May 2026

FIGO best practice recommendations for the mental health of women at menopausal age.

Suvarna Khadilkar, Hema Divakar, Chiara Benedetto … Milan Balkrishnan

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Menopause & Hormone TherapyGuidelineClinical practice

Over 70% of experts strongly endorsed eight menopause mental-health best-practice recommendations

FIGO best practice recommendations for the mental health of women at menopausal age.

Suvarna Khadilkar … Milan Balkrishnan

International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · May 2026

Background

Mental health during the menopausal transition requires focused attention to ensure supportive experiences for women.

Purpose

This review presents the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics) recommendations and summarizes the evidence, addressing 13 key questions framed by members of the Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Committee on Women at Menopausal Age.

Over 70%

Results

Over 70%

most experts gave the strongest possible support to eight menopause mental-health care recommendations

More results

Although the literature on mental health during menopause is extensive, a gap exists in consolidated best practice recommendations.

Symptoms of anxiety and depression are prevalent during the perimenopause.

Menopause-related mental health issues are often overlooked in low- and middle-income countries.

More results

Mental health issues impact quality of life, necessitating psychological support during menopause care.

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Conclusion

Advocacy is required for policies that support menopause awareness and mental health.

FIGO best practice recommendations for the mental health of women at menopausal age.

FIGO best practice recommendations for the mental health of women at menopausal age.

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