From Midlife Crisis To Midlife Happiness (Entries tagged as male menopause)

Looking Out For Male Menopause Symptoms

nospam@example.com (The Big Four Two) — Fri, 30 Nov 2007 11:12:44 -0600

Menopause is often identified as a female condition. It might even come as a surprise to many that menopause is experienced by men too. In fact there is even a name for it--andropause.

Male menopause occurs usually late in the midlife stage, between fifty and sixty years of age. The signs and symptoms are very similar to what women go through. It is quite important therefore that in order to cope with it, one must be informed of such symptoms.
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Men's Depression: A Potentially Fatal Condition

nospam@example.com (The Big Four Two) — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 15:37:00 -0500

Depending on who you ask, depression is sometimes viewed as a temporary condition while others consider it a very serious disorder. Some say that depression only happens during puberty, others say it is the condition that defines midlife crisis, and still for some, it is a condition that only affects women.

The truth of the matter is, depression is not gender-selective. Depression affects men equally as it affects women. The problem is that male depression is seldom diagnosed. And because it is not brought to the attention of qualified professionals who can help, there is a trend for fatalities resulting from depression to be higher among men.
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Understanding And Handling Male Menopause

nospam@example.com (The Big Four Two) — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 20:59:59 -0500

When a man reaches his midlife stage, specifically when he reaches age forty, he may suddenly experience episodes of confusion and/or extraordinary stress. As a result his self-esteem may slip a bit. Sudden feelings of inadequacy and an unwillingness to try new things may also arise.

If you or anyone you know are exhibiting any of these symptoms, then understand that this is not something out of the ordinary. Even if that offers small comfort, men should accept the fact they too undergo a menopausal stage just like women.

Yes gentlemen, there is indeed a male version of menopause whether you like it or not.
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