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Table 3 Socioeconomic and empathy questions

From: Assessing young adults' menopause knowledge to increase understanding of symptoms and help improve quality of life for women going through menopause; a student survey

Possible answers to questions

N [%]

Can lower socioeconomic status contribute to an earlier onset of menopause?

N = 763

 Yes

478 [62.6]

 No

285 [37.4]

Which of the following is a likely scenario occurring due to menopause?

N = 747

 Janet forgetting where she put her phone

253 [33.9]

 Amira slipping on a patch of ice in her driveway

21 [2.8]

 Sumin starting to get oily skin and hair, and acne

459 [61.4]

 Dyani having regular menses (periods)

14 [1.9]

How can you help a woman undergoing menopause?

N = 747

 Tell her to get a grip

2 [0.3]

 Tell her to take a break

5 [0.7]

 Be kind and supportive

738 [98.8]

 Leave her alone with her emotions

2 [0.3]

Which of the following is the most sustainable way to support a woman undergoing menopause? N = 747

 Buy her an AC unit

7 [0.9]

 Provide social and emotional support

728 [97.5]

 Tell her she will get over it

4 [0.5]

 Keep your distance from her

1 [0.1]

 Buy her a solo vacation to Paris

7 [0.9]

Which of the following is an ineffective way of managing menopausal symptoms?

N = 747

 Exercising

21 [2.8]

 Journaling every day

13 [1.7]

 Social isolation from friends and family

681 [91.2]

 Seeking medical help

27 [3.6]

 Using a calendar to keep track of events

5 [0.7]