Feeling down, depressed, anxiety , irritability, mood swings, lethargy etc can be one of the psychological symptoms associated with menopause. The hormonal changes brought about by menopause give rise to a variety of such symptoms.However, menopause can often coincide with other psychological stresses, such as children leaving home ; like in your case it could be death of your partner . For these reasons, it can be difficult to tell whether your psychological symptoms are a direct result of the menopause. But generally these mood swings are related with menopause.The following can help improve your mood: Take plenty of rest. Regular exercise like brisk walk or any other form you like can help. Do relaxation exercises like deep breathing or other yoga techniques . Eat simple light food. Take plenty of water and fresh fruits and vegetables. A good comfortable sleep is of great help. Good recreational activities will definitely help you. Get engaged in your hobby. Spend some time with your friends and loved ones. Now monitor yourself for improvement in your mood swings. If they are still bad or getting worse you have to see your doctor for further trials of other treatment .