HOT FLASH!

The Newsletter, VI

Connecting and empowering you with the latest lifestyle research regarding menopause and menopause-related topics

Building a menopause empowered community one study at a time

THIS WEEK'S HOT FLASH!

This week, more on "September sex" with another research study to motivate you to "fall" in love with menopause sex all over again!

We're certainly feeling motivated with our sixth HOT FLASH! Newsletter, featuring a study published this year applying motivational interviewing (MI) to menopause-related sexual changes "to determine the effects of...[MI]...on sexual quality life and sexual self-efficacy in postmenopausal women with sexual dysfunction."

Ever heard of MI? As a coach trained in MI, I have seen firsthand the power of MI to facilitate mindset changes, plan creation and achievement of improved outcomes. For those unfamiliar, MI is a guided (interview) approach to help you tap into your internal motivation for making positive changes. A variety of professionals utilize MI in their work including coaches, counselors, therapists, psychologists, social workers, student affairs and youth services professionals, and correctional workers.

Based on the study results, as little as four MI sessions can make a difference in your sexual quality of life and sexual self-efficacy (i.e. self-confidence around making the needed changes to see improvements) during menopause. (Want to experience motivational interviewing/MI? Schedule a free consultation with Tanya!)

POINTS FROM THE STUDY:

PUBLISH DATE: August, 2024

PARTICIPANT # (n) = 164 ("164 postmenopausal women with sexual dysfunction (82 experimental, 82 control)")

(LOCATION: Türkiye (formerly Turkey))

PROTOCOL: "Four motivational interview sessions were conducted with the postmenopausal women in the experimental group at 1-week intervals."

RESULTS: "...after the motivational interviews, the sexual dysfunction scores of the participants in the experimental group decreased significantly, and their sexual quality of life and sexual self-efficacy levels increased significantly compared to those in the control group."

CONCLUSION: "The results of this study revealed that motivational interviewing decreased sexual dysfunction and increased sexual quality of life and sexual self-efficacy in postmenopausal women with sexual dysfunction."

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HOT FLASH! DISCLAIMER

This newsletter is intended for informational and educational purposes only, aimed at supporting but not substituting professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is highly recommended that you discuss any information provided herein with your healthcare provider to assess its relevance and potential application to your specific health conditions and medical history. The content shared by HOT FLASH does not replace consultation with qualified healthcare professionals.

HOT FLASH and its contributors are not liable for any decisions made based on the information provided, nor for any adverse effects, damages, or consequences that may arise from the use of the information presented in this newsletter. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

*GYNPeople - GYNConnect's inclusive term for people born female that have not experienced gender-affirming care.

Did you know that the estimated average time between (conclusive) medical research and (widespread) medical practice is 16 years? 

As a partnership with GYNConnect, HOT FLASH! aims to close the gap by providing information and education regarding research that can support improved conversations with your healthcare providers about this important topic.

Each HOT FLASH! newsletter summarizes one recent research study related to the signs, risks and options for menopause. Remember, research is only one of several inputs you can use to support shared decision-making in your healthcare partnership with your provider team.

(If you are new to research and the terms used in this newsletter, we recommend reviewing the NIH's guide to "How to Make Sense of a Scientific Article" available here.)