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        <journal-title>International Journal of Global Mental Health, Innovation, Policy, Action, Culture &amp; Transformation</journal-title>
        <abbrev-journal-title abbrev-type="publisher">IMPACT</abbrev-journal-title>
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      <issn pub-type="epub">3107-8311</issn>
      <publisher>
        <publisher-name>Dr. Aashna Narula</publisher-name>
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      <article-id pub-id-type="doi">10.61113/impact.V2I1.1279</article-id>
      <article-id pub-id-type="publisher-id">impact-00001259</article-id>
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        <article-title>Analyzing the Impact of Depressive Symptoms, Menopause Symptoms, and Social Support Networks on Psychological Well-being of Women Experiencing Menopause</article-title>
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          <name>
            <surname>Khanna</surname>
            <given-names>Apoorva</given-names>
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          <name>
            <surname>Mahapatra</surname>
            <given-names>Dr. Mamata </given-names>
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      <aff id="aff1">Post graduate Scholar, Amity University, Noida, Uttar Pradesh</aff>
      <aff id="aff2">Professor &amp; Centre Head of Organizational Psychology, Amity University, Noida, Uttar Pradesh</aff>
      <pub-date pub-type="epub" iso-8601-date="2026">
        <year>2026</year>
      </pub-date>
      <volume>2</volume>
      <issue>1</issue>
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        <p>This study investigates the influence of depressive symptoms, menopause- related physiological and psychological changes, and the presence of social support networks on the psychological well-being of women undergoing menopause. Recognizing menopause as a complex biopsychosocial transition, the research utilizes a quantitative, cross-sectional approach with standardized instruments to assess the variables among a purposively selected sample. Results indicate a significant negative correlation between depressive symptoms and psychological well-being, while strong social support networks demonstrate a buffering effect against distress. Menopause symptoms were also found to adversely affect well-being, albeit to a slightly lesser extent than depressive symptoms. The findings underscore the importance of a holistic framework in mental health support for menopausal women, emphasizing early screening and interventions tailored toward emotional, physiological, and social dimensions of the menopausal experience.</p>
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