Usually, crying does not reflect personality changes or neurological problems, but rather is a result of changing circumstances. This can be due to emotions, different life events, etc. However, perimenopause and menopause can result in easier tearfulness, because of the hormonal changes that are occurring. The decreases in estrogen levels, and whatnot, can result in a worse threshold for things that can trigger sadness.
 
Specifically, when it comes to the symptom of increased crying, it is asserted that Oestrogen deficiency is the instigator of tears. Luckily, this symptom is completely normal and experienced by the majority of women that are going through this big bodily change. Women can rest assured that what they are experiencing is nothing out of the ordinary.

If these women have experienced pregnancy prior, they would be able to notice that the increased tearfulness due to hormonal changes is similar to that of perimenopause. It is important to be self-aware of why the crying may be happening and also, to have a support system that is understanding of the potential fluctuation in emotion that may be occurring.

-Written by Kaila An MPH  

References

Hobbs, A., Natale, N., & Piña, C. (2020, September 9). Why Do I Cry So Much? - The Real Reason Why Some People Cry So Easily. Woman's Day. Retrieved January 29, 2023, from https://www.womansday.com/health-fitness/wellness/a52665/why-some-people-cry-so-easily/

Mainland, S. (2019, July 31). » Why Am I Crying!? Australian Menopause Centre. Retrieved January 29, 2023, from https://www.menopausecentre.com.au/information-centre/articles/why-am-i-crying/