Menopause and Alzheimer’s: Brain Changes and Similarities

A menopausa está associada a ⁤mudanças no cérebro semelhantes às observadas no Alzheimer, segundo um grande estudo do Reino Unido.

A perda de massa cinzenta em áreas ligadas à memória e às emoções pode explicar,⁢ em parte, ​por ​que‍ as mulheres, em geral, têm maior risco de demência do que os homens, especulam os pesquisadores.

As conclusões ‌se baseiam em dados de quase 125 mil mulheres, das quais 11 mil realizaram exames de ressonância magnética do‍ cérebro.

no estudo, publicado na revista Psychological Medicine, o uso de terapia de reposição hormonal (TRH) não pareceu prevenir⁢ a‌ perda de massa cinzenta.

Barbara Sahakian, autora sênior do estudo e pesquisadora da Universidade de Cambridge,⁤ afirma ‍que re

Women taking hormone​ replacement therapy (HRT) are more likely to⁤ experience mental⁢ health problems, but many already struggled with their mental wellbeing before starting treatment, a new study finds. The research, published⁣ January 28, 2026, highlights the complex relationship between menopause, HRT, and womenS emotional health.

Researchers found ⁤a correlation⁢ between HRT use and increased reports of mental health issues. However, the study emphasizes that pre-existing‌ mental⁤ health⁣ conditions were‌ common among women who later received HRT prescriptions.

“It’s vital to recognize the range of difficulties women can ​experience during menopause,” says study co-author Christelle Langley. “We all need to be more sensitive not just​ to the physical aspects, but also to women’s mental health during this time.”

Langley encourages open communication and seeking support. “there‌ shouldn’t be⁣ shame in⁢ telling others what you’re going through and asking for help,” she said.

Currently, understanding of how menopause and HRT affect the brain, memory, and mood remains limited.Further research is needed to fully understand these connections and provide better support for women navigating⁤ menopause.