Menopause is a significant life transition that can affect mental health, yet it’s often surrounded by silence, misunderstanding and fear of saying the wrong thing. Our session, Mental Health & Menopause: Breaking the Silence, opens up this important conversation and provides support for anyone impacted, directly or indirectly, by menopause.
Mental Health & Menopause: Breaking the Silence
Empower yourself with essential knowledge about menopause, manage symptoms effectively and understand your rights. Combat stigma, lead with empathy and promote awareness in your workplace. This conversation is not limited to women; it's crucial that men can make a change in creating a supportive and informed environment too.
Course information
- LEVEL Everyone
- LOCATION Interactive Webinar
- TIME 1 Hours
- COST £25
about the course
This informative session explores the different stages of menopause and their potential impact on mental wellbeing. We’ll look at common challenges, practical coping strategies and how to seek or offer support in the workplace. Whether you’re experiencing menopause yourself or supporting colleagues, friends or loved ones, the session will help you feel more informed and confident.
Menopause affects more than just those going through it, making this session available for everyone. It could also be especially valuable for men who want to be better allies and for organisations working to foster a more inclusive and understanding culture.
organisational benefits
A more inclusive and informed workplace
Building awareness of menopause as a workplace issue, reducing stigma and promoting conversations that are often overlooked.
Better support for staff experiencing menopause
Managers and colleagues gain practical tools to offer appropriate, empathetic support while reducing the risk of isolation or disengagement.
Compliance with legal responsibilities
Supports understanding of an employer’s duties under equality and health legislation, reducing risk and ensuring fair treatment.
Improved staff wellbeing and retention
Acknowledging and supporting employees through menopause improves morale and can help retain experienced, valued team members.
Greater allyship and team cohesion
Involving all genders in the conversation fosters empathy, strengthens communication and encourages mutual support.
Positive organisational reputation
Demonstrates leadership on gender-inclusive wellbeing, helping position your organisation as forward-thinking and supportive.
by the end of this session
Participants will:
- Understand the different stages of menopause and their characteristics.
- Appreciate the hormonal changes during menopause and their effects.
- Recognise health risks linked to menopause and how to manage them.
- Understand the legal responsibilites of employers regarding menopause.
- Learn what stigma is, what it looks like and its effect on individuals and workplace culture.
- Explore whether fear still exists around menopause and how to combat it.
- Discover how leaders can take action to better support employees experiencing menopause
- Know the importance of talking about menopause and to actively listen to those affected.
