Menopause Awareness 2 part course
Barnsley Recovery and Wellbeing College, 33 Gawber Road, Barnsley S75 2AH
Looking After Myself
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Perimenopause and Menopause 2-part workshop to be held at the Recovery College
This workshop is aimed at getting people to talk about their experiences, their symptoms and at the same time improve knowledge and understanding of the impact this journey can have on our lives. We explore the following:-
- Some guidance and advice on HRT myths and truths
- Stages of the menopause
- How to pinpoint bothersome symptoms in relation to frequency and distress and what to do about them
- Pelvic floor health
- Menopause at work
- What to expect at the doctors and where further medical support can be found
- Introduction of CBT Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic interventions to help support you with managing symptoms, challenging thoughts and behaviours
- Opportunity to share hints and tips, Apps and books.
- Information for partners/carers/families of living with the menopause
We know that everyone is different but all of us together can make a difference to our lives and the challenges of living with the menopause.
Ran by NHS Barnsley Talking Therapies 01226 644900 at Barnsley Recovery & Wellbeing College www.barnsleyrecoverycollege.nhs.uk 01226 730433
Disclaimer#
The workshop has been designed by Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners from Barnsley Talking Therapies Team it is not a replacement for medical advice/intervention. If you have any medical queries about the menopause or medication please see your GP/nurse prescriber/menopause specialist for further guidance.
“attending this workshop has been brilliant. It helped me to share my thoughts and feelings about my menopause journey. I laughed and learned a lot about how I can change things for the better. I left feeling more in control of my menopause, thank you both”
Anonymous Feb 2025
Cost
Free
At Barnsley Recovery and Wellbeing College
Start dates and time
| Term | Day | Date | Times | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term | Wednesday | 11 June 2025 | 10-12 | 1 weeks |
| Term | Wednesday | 18 June 2025 | 10-12 | 1 weeks |
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You are not referred to the Recovery College, you can simply enrol yourself, or on behalf of someone for any of our courses that may be of interest to you. Our courses are open to all adults and we welcome carers, supporters and professionals too.
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