Measuring Quality of Decisions About Treatment of Menopausal Symptoms

Measuring Quality of Decisions About Treatment of Menopausal Symptoms

The purpose of this randomized controlled trial is to examine the impact of a patient decision aid on the quality of decisions about managing symptoms of menopause. In particular, we will examine whether the decision aid increases knowledge about menopause/managing menopause symptoms and concordance between goals and treatment choices.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Female, aged 40-60
• Talked with health care provider about ways to manage menopause within last year OR seriously considered taking medicine or supplement to manage menopause within the last year

Exclusion Criteria:

• Prior diagnosis of breast cancer
• Surgical or medically induced menopause (ovaries removed)