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It is not sur­prising that men are not spared from bio­logical occur­rences. Like women, men have also their men­o­pausal stage. The male men­opause known as andropause is a con­dition wherein the hormones of males nat­urally decline. Moreover, changes in their lives such as reordering life, career change, or divorce also happens. These events bring physiological and psy­cho­logical changes which can later on become depression.

Andropause usually occurs in men at the age fifty and above. But some people are asking questions whether andropause is real or only a myth. Well, it is a fact that hormonal decline is not pre­vented as one person ages. However, the hormone declines in men are more gradual compared to women’s men­opause. That is why andropause is med­ically termed as A.D.A.M or Androgen Decline in Aging Males.

Like women’s men­opause, andropause in men are also char­ac­terized by dif­ferent symptoms. These symptoms are apparent which are being mani­fested by erectile dys­function or the failure of achieving an erection, mood changes, general tiredness, pal­pit­ations, and night sweats. Pal­pit­ations and night sweats happen because the autonomic system of men is over­active responding to their testosterone falling levels. But erectile dys­function is con­sidered the most important symptom of andropause.

Feelings to be closer to their family as well as friends are also developed during the andropause stage. Men in their early stage of life often focus on money, career, and power but when andropause strikes them, the trans­itions are clearly seen. These men became more con­cerned with their family and friends as if they regret their past attitudes.

Another symptom that is commonly reported is memory loss asso­ciated with the aging process. Nev­er­theless it is only minor and will not affect daily func­tioning compared to Alzheimer’s disease.

As been said, andropause brings changes in men both phys­ically and psy­cho­lo­gically. Therefore, men should handle issues and changes carefully because these can cause stress. If stress is not suc­cessfully managed then depression might take place. But worry no more since there are six strategies so that men can suc­cessfully passed the andropause stage.

1. Learning to reward and love them­selves and others. Remember that it is much better to give than to receive. It is very important to leave legacies.
2. Con­trolling and organizing their self. Keep in mind that dis­cipline is vital as they face their later life. It is much better not to abuse them­selves with alcohol and cigarettes. Time man­agement is also good for pre­paring wills, advancing dir­ectives, and des­ig­nating management.
3. Exer­cising. Muscle and car­di­ovascular con­di­tioning surely helps in delaying aging processes.
4. Having good relaxation and rest periods. This is good for coping up with physiological changes.
5. Obtaining the right diet. Take note that it is necessary to eat foods suited to their age.
6. Enjoying the andropause and aging stage. Accept that there are inev­itable things beyond human control. Learn to be sat­isfied and just make the most out of what life has to offer. Andropause is part of life’s journey so be positive about it and con­centrate on acquired blessings rather than being depressed.

Asking for the advice of a doctor can also help. Coun­seling and/​or hyp­no­therapy may treat some physical and psy­cho­logical changes. For­tu­nately, treatment for mood changes and erectile dys­function or impotence is easily accessible today.

Men should take these helpful steps to avoid depression and see the brighter side of life despite facing andropause.

This article was ori­ginally pub­lished on www.HypnotherapyClinic.info by Con­sultant Clinical Hyp­no­therapist & Pys­cho­therapist Noel Bradford

Tags: Andropause, Depression, Endocrinology, erectile dysfunction, impotence, Irritable male syndrome, Major depressive disorder, Menopause, Sexual health, Testosterone, Tiredness, treatment for mood changes and erectile dysfunction
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