Occupational Disruption and Role Strain During Perimenopause

NCT07570732 | Not Yet Recruiting DMC

• 1 other identifier: RussellSage2
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 100
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

The purpose of this sequential exploratory mixed-methods study is to examine the relationship between perimenopausal symptom severity and occupational performance, occupational balance, and role participation in women aged 40-55. A secondary purpose is to explore the lived experience of occupational disruption during perimenopause through qualitative interviews.

Conditions

Perimenopause

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Occupational Balance Questionnaire (OBQ-11)

  An 11-item, self-report instrument developed to assess perceived occupational balance.

  Baseline

Secondary Outcomes (2)

• Menopause-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (MENQOL)

  Baseline

• Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Fatigue

  Baseline

Other Outcomes (1)

• Semi-structured interview

  Baseline

Study Arms (1)

Women

Women aged 40-55 with self-reported perimenopausal symptoms, who are surrently employed (paid or unpaid) or managing household roles and are English-speaking.

Other: Confidential Surveys

Interventions

Confidential Surveys OTHER

Participants who consent to participate will complete confidential surveys and one voluntary interview.

Women

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 40 Years - 55 Years
• Gender Eligibility Details: Born a female
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Perimenopause is associated with fatigue, sleep disturbance, vasomotor symptoms, mood changes, and cognitive difficulties. While the literature addresses symptom management, limited research examines the functional impact of perimenopause on daily occupations, work participation, and role performance. Occupational therapy (OT) emphasizes participation in meaningful activities; however, there is minimal research exploring occupational disruption during midlife hormonal transition.

You may qualify if:

• Women aged 40-55
• Self-reported perimenopausal symptoms
• Currently employed (paid or unpaid) or managing household roles
• English-speaking

You may not qualify if:

• Surgical menopause
• Current pregnancy

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Russell Sage College: lead
• Binghamton University: collaborator

Study Sites (1)

Russell Sage College

Troy, New York, 12180, United States

Location

Study Officials

• Christine Mulligan

  Russell Sage College

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

Christine Mulligan, OTD

CONTACT

5182105086; mullic@sage.edu

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Assistant Professor

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: April 26, 2026
• First Posted: May 6, 2026
• Study Start (Estimated): June 1, 2026
• Primary Completion (Estimated): December 1, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): May 1, 2027
• Last Updated: May 6, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-05

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

US (1)