NR 511 Week 3 SNAPPS Written Assignment; Managing Low Libido & Mood in Menopause
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supplements and over-the-counter treatments have not consistently shown benefits in high- quality trials, but cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), when customized for menopausal women, has shown efficacy in reducing mood and even mild sexual dysfunction in addition to pharmaceutical interventions (Voedisch, 2025). In order to apply non-hormonal management strategies for menopausal women with mood disorders and low libido, a nurse practitioner must conduct a thorough assessment of symptoms, provide evidence-based treatments for mood and sexual dysfunction, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or SSRIs/SNRIs, and educate patients about non-prescription lubricants and lifestyle changes that can promote psychological and sexual health (Huang et al., 2025). This method prioritizes continuous monitoring for efficacy and side effects using the most recent research and current best-practice recommendations, promotes shared decision-making regarding treatment alternatives, and guarantees patient autonomy and safety for those who are unable or unable to take hormone therapy. The FDA-approved non-hormonal medication flibanserin (Addyi) is available for some premenopausal women with hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD), but it is not recommended for postmenopausal women(Witten et al., 2024). Topical non-hormonal vaginal moisturizers/lubricants are frequently advised for vaginal dryness, and other non-hormonal pharmacologic alternatives, including gabapentin (for vasomotor symptoms) and clonidine (for night sweats) may be utilized.
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