Timing and Patterns: My anxiety appeared before I recognised any other signs of perimenopause.
My anxiety began for the first time in my late 30s, 40s, or early 50s.
My anxiety has become much more noticeable or worse in recent years.
I struggle to identify a clear life event or trigger that explains the increase in anxiety.
I have noticed that my anxiety tends to worsen at certain points in my menstrual cycle.
I often feel calmer after my period starts.
Physical Changes: My anxiety is often accompanied by physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, hot flushes, dizziness, or feeling suddenly overwhelmed.
Alongside anxiety, I have noticed symptoms such as brain fog, fatigue, or joint aches.
I have experienced changes to my menstrual cycle alongside increased anxiety.
Sleep problems appeared around the same time as my anxiety increased.
I frequently wake between 2am and 4am.
Changes in How I Feel: I have wondered whether something is wrong with me because I don't feel like myself anymore.
My confidence has reduced despite there being no obvious reason why.
Situations that I previously handled well now feel overwhelming
I often feel more irritable or reactive than I used to.
The things I used to do to manage stress no longer seem to work as well.
