Whilst there is thankfully a notable increase now in the understanding of menopause, and it’s impact on women as they age, there remains limits on the understanding of perimenopause - the months or years that precede the menopause, but which still has dramatic impact on women’s physical, mental and cognitive health.

Dr Isabel McMullen, Consultant Psychiatrist, speaks to us here about perimenopause - what it is, what changes are involved, how women can move through this time of life without it becoming overwhelming, and what support is available.