{"id":1496,"date":"2024-10-03T19:14:59","date_gmt":"2024-10-03T19:14:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/?p=1496"},"modified":"2024-10-03T19:15:00","modified_gmt":"2024-10-03T19:15:00","slug":"demystifying-menstruation-and-menopause-in-the-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/demystifying-menstruation-and-menopause-in-the-workplace\/","title":{"rendered":"Demystifying Menstruation and Menopause in the Workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Addressing the needs of women who experience debilitating conditions related to<br>menstruation or menopause is essential for fostering equity and well-being in the<br>workplace, explains Dr. Patricia P\u00e1ez, Coordinator of the Mental Health and<br>Psychological Well-being Program at CETYS University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>\u00abThese conditions can lead to debilitating symptoms such as pain, fatigue, and<br>emotional distress, significantly affecting productivity and quality of life. By<br>acknowledging and addressing these specific needs, employers can create a more<br>inclusive and supportive work environment, which in turn enhances job satisfaction for<br>female employees,\u00bb Dr. P\u00e1ez says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Dr. P\u00e1ez, who teaches Human Resources in the Master\u2019s in Education programs at<br>CETYS Ensenada and Tijuana, points out that addressing these conditions benefits<br>women\u2019s overall well-being and mental health. Reducing the stigma around<br>menstruation and menopause can help alleviate stress and anxiety, making women feel<br>more comfortable and supported in their work environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>\u00abProviding flexible work options, sick leave, or adjustments to the workplace can assist<br>women in managing their symptoms more effectively, leading to increased productivity<br>and decreased absenteeism. Furthermore, a proactive and empathetic approach from<br>employers can build trust and loyalty among employees, contributing to a positive work<br>atmosphere.\u00bb<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Dr. P\u00e1ez recommends that employers adopt inclusive and supportive policies that<br>address the needs of women dealing with these conditions. This might include offering<br>private spaces for rest, flexible working hours, or remote work options, as well as raising<br>awareness among staff about these issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>She also emphasizes the importance of creating a culture of understanding and support<br>where employees feel comfortable discussing their needs without fear of negative<br>consequences. This not only improves the health and well-being of the workforce but<br>also helps build a more fair and productive work environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>\u00abA recent survey in the United States found that only 17% of employers provide benefits<br>related to menopause, and just 2% offer leave for menstruation or menopause beyond<br>standard sick days. In our country, a bill on dignified menstruation is currently under<br>review and has already been approved in some states, such as Nuevo Le\u00f3n.\u00bb<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Finally, Dr. P\u00e1ez notes that while this is a significant first step, the next focus should be<br>on demystifying menopause in the workplace. \u00abIt\u2019s important to remember that over 5<br>million women aged 45 to 54\u2014those most likely to experience menopausal<br>symptoms\u2014are part of our workforce. It\u2019s time to broaden our perspective on this<br>important issue.\u00bb<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"958\" height=\"637\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dra.-Patricia-Paez.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1476\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dra.-Patricia-Paez.jpg 958w, https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dra.-Patricia-Paez-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 958px) 100vw, 958px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Addressing the needs of women who experience debilitating conditions related tomenstruation or menopause is essential for fostering equity and well-being in theworkplace,&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1497,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2,7],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1496"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1496"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1496\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1498,"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1496\/revisions\/1498"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1497"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1496"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1496"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cetys.mx\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1496"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}