This Is Your Brain On Menopause, According To Neurologists

Brain fog, memory lapses, and difficulty concentrating are common experiences during perimenopause and menopause, yet many women are caught off guard when symptoms appear.

Hormonal shifts—especially declining estrogen and progesterone—can affect brain chemistry, sleep, mood, and cognitive function, leading to changes that feel unsettling but are often temporary.

With guidance from neurologists, this article explores what’s happening in the brain during menopause and shares practical ways women can support cognitive health through this transition.