Mind-body therapies for sleep disturbances, depression, and anxiety in menopausal women: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Menopause is frequently accompanied by sleep disturbances, depression, and anxiety, negatively affecting women's quality of life. While hormone therapy can be effective, safety concerns highlight the need for accessible non-pharmacological options. Mind-body therapies (MBTs) have emerged as promising interventions, yet their overall efficacy remains unclear.

Methods

A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted on randomized controlled trials evaluating the effects of MBTs-such as Yoga, Mindfulness, Qigong, Art therapy, Music therapy, Dance therapy and Reiki-on sleep, depression, and anxiety in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women. Comparator groups included usual care or no-intervention controls. Eighteen studies involving 1,572 participants were identi

SUBMITTER: Fan Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12669000 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature