I'll try to change my resolution to what you mentioned- I really appreciate the help! I can't remember what resolution I had the game at before, and I'm very very new to playing games on PC in the first place, so I'll let y'all know how it goes!
Edit: my resolution is on the recommended for my computer- that is, 2256 x 1504. Actually, knocking it down to several times lower- 1200 x 600, I think- fixed the menu problem. Thanks for bringing this to my attention, I had gotten very very confused for a while there- I'm glad I'll be able to enjoy this game to the fullest now! :D