Our Collective Voice: “My mother-in-law felt that HRT was dangerous and there was no one to properly explain the risks”

My mother-in law has a long-term eating disorder. During the height of her menopausal symptoms, her mental health deteriorated. She had nightmares and her eating habits worsened. We tried many times over the years to get support for her mental health but she was never considered ill ‘enough’ to qualify. The media had convinced her that HRT was dangerous and we never saw a doctor who was able to explain the risks versus benefits so she refused treatment.

I wish that we could have helped her more. I’ve been very clear with my own family that they need to help me track of any signs and symptoms and, when the time is right, I will seek help.