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Women Outperform Men on Tests of Cognitive Functioning — Until Menopause

Many women report cognitive difficulties — forgetfulness, distractibility, feeling foggy — as they enter into the menopause. Looking at sex-related differences in memory, Rentz and colleagues examined 212 men and women between the ages of [...]

By |2016-11-15T10:27:02-04:00November 15th, 2016|Menopausal Symptoms|Comments Off on Women Outperform Men on Tests of Cognitive Functioning — Until Menopause

Stimulants Improve Cognitive Functioning in Menopausal Women

Many women report cognitive difficulties -- forgetfulness, distractibility, feeling foggy ---during the transition to menopause.  While much attention has been devoted to the treatment of vasomotor symptoms, such as hot flashes or night sweats, less [...]

By |2014-09-29T09:55:04-04:00October 3rd, 2014|ADHD Medications, Cognition, Menopausal Symptoms, Treatment|Comments Off on Stimulants Improve Cognitive Functioning in Menopausal Women

Atomoxetine Improves Memory and Attention in Peri- and Postmenopausal Women

Many peri- and post-menopausal women describe problems with memory and attention.  Data regarding the use of estrogen replacement therapy to improve cognitive functioning has been mixed.  Furthermore, recent concerns regarding the long-term risks of ERT have limited its use.  A recent report from C. Nell Epperson and colleagues from the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine indicates that atomoxetine (Strattera), a treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), may improve attention and reduce memory difficulties in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women.

By |2015-07-28T14:30:42-04:00March 28th, 2011|Menopausal Symptoms, Treatment|Comments Off on Atomoxetine Improves Memory and Attention in Peri- and Postmenopausal Women
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