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- MakaleAçık Erişim2023Scopus SJRQ1The psychological dimension of menopause: a phenomenological study: Being menopause in Turkey: a qualitative study
Uzun, Sevda; Ozcan, Handan; Jones, Duygu
This study aims to determine the perceptions of women in menopause living in Turkey regarding this period and associated problems, which has shown that some women are negatively affected by the menopause period and have difficulty coping with the effects of menopause. The study has a basic qualitative research design, and the sample was determined by using the criterion sampling method, one of the purposeful sampling methods. The effects and characteristics of menopause themes are included in the category of perception of menopause among women, and the themes of positive and negative perspectives are included in the category of perspective on menopause. It is reported that women experience feelings of fear, uncertainty, irritability, anxiety/worry, introversion, relaxation, and happiness during menopause. Our study has shown that some women are negatively affected by the menopause period and have difficulty coping with the effects of menopause.
AtıfScopus4WoS6OpenAlex6İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2022Scopus SJRQ2Comparison of the relationship between menopausal symptoms and loneliness and anger
Ozcan, Handan; Savci, Hamit; Canik, Muhammed; Ayan, Mahsun; Bas, Cağla Firdevs
Purpose: This study aimed to determine the relationship between the symptoms of anger and loneliness among women in the menopausal period. Design and Methods: A total of 200 women in the menopausal period were interviewed within the scope of this study. Descriptive Information Form, UCLA Loneliness Scale, Trait Anger and Anger Expression Scale and Menopause-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire were used to collect data. Findings: The mean score of the UCLA Loneliness Scale was found as 53.61 ± 7.68 and it was observed that the participants had high traits of anger and a high-level of loneliness. Loneliness and anger increase when menopausal symptoms increase in women. Practice Implications: Menopause is generally perceived by women as a troublesome period instead of being a normal life process. In order for women to spend this period at a more comfortable and desirable level, it is important to know cultural characteristics, social support systems, coping mechanisms.
AtıfScopus7WoS6OpenAlex8İncele - MakaleYayıncıda açık erişim2020Complementary and Alternative Medicine Methods Used for Sleep Disturbance in Menopause
Özcan, Handan; Çakmak, Suzan; Salman, Ebru
Objective: One of the most common complaints observed during the menopausal period is sleep disorders, affecting 40%-60% women. In this study, we aimed to determine complementary and clternative medicine (CAM) for menopausal women experiencing sleep disturbances, and the prevalence and influencing factors of sleep disturbance. Materials and Methods: In this descriptive cross-sectional study, we included menopausal women experiencing sleeplessness [>= 4 degree of discomfort according to the Visual Analog Scale (VAS)] (n=201). A questionnaire and the CAM Scale were used to collect data. The necessary institutional and ethical committee permissions were obtained. Results: The mean age of the menopausal women was 47.23 +/- 4.53 [minimum (min)- maximum (max), 30-60] years, and their mean VAS for insomnia was 5.20 +/- 1.12 (min-max, 4-9). The following methods were used by the women to overcome insomnia: herbal supplements (96.6%), dietary supplements (98.8%), religious practices (95.7%), and mind-body practices (76.9%). The most common methods were fruits and vegetables, milk and dairy products, honey, linden tea, rosehip, prayer, pray, and music. Approximately 70.5% women expressed that the method they used was effective. Conclusion: Almost all menopausal women used any method of CAM. Further studies on the effectiveness of these methods as well as the training to be provided and the information dissemination by healthcare professionals are recommended.
AtıfWoS7OpenAlex12TR Dizin4İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2019Scopus SJRQ2Effects of Kefir on Quality of Life and Sleep Disturbances in Postmenopausal Women
Özcan, Handan; Oskay, Ümran; Bodur, Ali Fuat
The aim of this study is to identify the effects of kefir, an alternative treatment method, on quality of life and sleep disturbances in postmenopausal women. In this study, it is seen that kefir has positive effects on sleep disturbances, depression, and quality of life in postmenopausal women.
AtıfScopus19WoS17OpenAlex22İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2019Scopus SJRQ3Complementary and alternative treatment methods for menopausal hot flashes used in Turkey
Ozcan, Handan; Çolak, Pınar; Oturgan, Berna; Gülsever, Esra
Objective: Study was planned to determine complementary and alternative treatment methods for menopausal hot flashes. Methods: Women who reported their discomfort of hot flashes as a degree of discomfort of 4 or more according to the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) were included in the study (n:356). In data collection, Questionnaire Form and Complementary and Alternative Medicine Approaches Scale were used. Results: The average age of the women was 56.65±6.05 and the average age of menopause was 46.39±5.25. According to VAS, the average severity of hot flashes was 7.85±1.83. Women with obesity and any chronic disease were more likely to have hot flashes. It was determined that 73.6% of women in the menopausal period were using Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). It was determined that women were using herbal supplements, dietary supplements, mind-body practices and religious practices against the discomfort of hot flashes. 72% of women using CAM stated that the method used was effective. Conclusions: Women who use CAM usually use it with information that is out of the knowledge of health profession and lack of information. It is recommended to carry out extensive studies for CAM methods and the mechanisms of action that women use.
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