India, June 10 -- Menopause is a big health milestone in a woman's journey. The infamous hot flashes are already well-known, but the impacts are not restricted only to physical health. It is no new fact that mental health is closely intertwined with physical health, influenced substantially by hormones.

Similarly, menopause, which sees a hormonal upheaval, also includes a turbulent period for mental health. This further sheds light on the need for holistic care for menopause, factoring in both mental and physical changes.

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Shashikala Hande, Senior Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Apollo Cradle and Children's Hospital, Bangalore, Jayanagar, elaborated on how to take care of mental health duri...