Open AccessHolistic care of menopause: Understanding the framework
Author(s) -
Bharti Kalra,
Swati Agarwal,
Sheeva Magon
Publication year - 2012
Publication title -
journal of mid-life health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.423
H-Index - 11
eISSN - 0976-7819
pISSN - 0976-7800
DOI - 10.4103/0976-7800.104453
Subject(s) - menopause , psychosocial , variety (cybernetics) , medicine , holistic health , quality of life (healthcare) , health care , nursing , psychology , alternative medicine , psychiatry , computer science , pathology , artificial intelligence , economics , economic growth
Optimal management of menopause requires the expertise of a multi-disciplinary health team, each equipped with different skills necessary for the patient to enjoy optimal quality of life. A holistic approach is required to manage menopause. Holistic approach conceptualizes the involvement of patient's physical, psychological and social needs while planning therapy. It not only includes the biological aspect of menopause, but also the impact of psychosocial factors on diagnosis and therapy, as well as diet, exercise, nutraceuticals and other forms of therapy. Holistic care of menopause implies a patient centered approach which utilizes available health care resources to meet all medical, surgical, and psychological needs of the patient, using a variety of non pharmacological and drug therapies, while involving all concerned stakeholders to optimize the patient's micro and macro-environment.