If you’ve found yourself more on edge, more reactive, or constantly bracing for something — even when nothing is wrong — you’re not imagining it. And you’re definitely not alone.

This post will help you understand why anxiety feels different in perimenopause, how to distinguish it from general anxiety, and what actually helps.

If you’ve been forgetting words, losing your train of thought, or feeling mentally “foggy,” you’re not imagining it — and you’re certainly not alone. One of the most surprising symptoms of perimenopause isn’t just hot flashes or mood changes.