Episode 16: “Feel Like You're Losing Your Mind? It Could Be Menopause Anxiety”

Feel like you're suddenly anxious for no reason? You're not alone. In this episode of Menopause HQ: Hot, Tired, and Hormonal, Angela Black and nurse practitioner Latalya Louis, APRN, FNP-C, discuss one of the most overlooked symptoms of perimenopause and menopause: anxiety. If you've never struggled with anxiety before but now find yourself worrying constantly, waking up at 3:00 a.m. with your heart racing, avoiding crowds, scared to drive, feeling overwhelmed by everyday tasks, or even experiencing panic attacks, hormonal changes may be playing a role. In this episode, you'll learn: *Why anxiety can begin during perimenopause and menopause *How changing estrogen and progesterone levels affect the brain *The connection between hormones, cortisol, and the fight-or-flight response *Why panic attacks can happen for the first time during midlife *The difference between everyday stress and menopause-related anxiety *Practical ways to reduce anxiety, including hormone therapy, sleep, exercise, stress management, and lifestyle changes *When it's time to talk with your healthcare provider If you've ever wondered, "Why do I suddenly feel so anxious?" or "Why don't I feel like myself anymore?" this episode is for you. About Us: Menopause HQ is a company dedicated to helping women understand their bodies, advocate for themselves, and navigate perimenopause and post-menopause with confidence. The podcast is co-hosted by Angela Black, MPH and LaTalya Louis, APRN, FNP-C. LaTalya is an expert in women’s hormonal health. New episodes drop weekly! Links: Podcast website (Get your Listener Starter Kit here): https://www.themenopausehq.com/podcast New here? Start with a FREE Preview of our Menopause Symptom Tracker: https://www.themenopausehq.com Shop T-shirts and Fun Menopause Merchandise: https://www.themenopausehq.com/shop Contact Angela: [email protected] Contact LaTalya Louis, FNP at The Final Flow Menopause and More: https://www.thefinalflowmenopause.com Contact LaTalya by phone: 706-407-6970 Get a 6 Month Menopause Symptom Journal Tracker: https://www.themenopausehq.com/journal Find a doctor in your area who is trained in menopause here: https://www.menopause.org - (Click on “patient education”) Connect With Us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q... Instagram:   / menopause.hq   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@menopausehq?_... Pinterest:   / menopausehq   YouTube:    / @menopausehq   Support This Podcast: Producing this podcast requires time, research, editing, hosting fees, and ongoing educational resources. If this podcast is helping you understand your body, advocate for yourself, or just feel less alone, and you’d like to support the work we’re doing, you can contribute through: Zelle: [email protected] CashApp: $menopausehq Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider regarding your individual health needs.