Publications by authors named "Jeanne Laraine Shea"
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to explore the relationship between mental health, menopausal status, sleep patterns, and rest-activity rhythms (RARs) in middle-aged women.
- The research involved 87 women aged 45 to 60 from Taiwan, who were monitored over a week using actigraphy devices and questionnaires to assess their mental health and sleep.
- Results indicated that menopausal status affected RARs but not sleep quality, while higher depressive symptoms related to longer sleep latency and lower sleep efficiency, highlighting the significance of mental health across different menopausal stages.
Article Synopsis
- The study examined how age, menopausal status, and symptoms affect sleep patterns and circadian rhythms in midlife women.
- About 46% of the 87 women aged 45-60 showed sleep efficiency below 85%, with more severe symptoms leading to greater sleep issues, particularly longer sleep latency.
- Women in perimenopausal and late postmenopausal stages had more stable circadian rhythms compared to premenopausal women, while psychological symptoms were identified as the strongest predictors of sleep problems.
