Which symptom is commonly associated with menopause in relation to sleep patterns?

Difficulty sleeping is a common symptom associated with menopause, largely due to hormonal changes that can affect a woman’s overall sleep patterns. During menopause, fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone can lead to insomnia, night sweats, and other disruptions that interfere with the ability to fall asleep or stay asleep through the night. Many women report that these sleep disturbances can be significant enough to impact their daytime function and overall quality of life.

In contrast, the other options do not accurately capture the sleep-related experiences that women typically face during menopause. Increased energy levels and decreased need for sleep are generally not associated with this transition; rather, many women report feeling fatigued due to disrupted sleep. Sleep apnea can occur during menopause but is not universally experienced among all women going through this life stage and may not be as direct a symptom as difficulty sleeping.