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Menopause: A Biocultural Perspective (Studies in Medical Anthropology),Used
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Menopause is a biological reality for all women in their forties and fifties. Yet the way we think about the cessation of menstruation is influenced by a variety of factors. Cultural and technological influences combine with biology to transform this universal phenomenon into an experience that varies considerably between cultures and individuals. In this concise book, Lynnette Leidy Sievert draws on her own case studies from Puebla, Mexico, and western Massachusetts, as well as on comparative data from other studies in places such as Slovenia, Paraguay, and Hawaii, to explore the different ways that women experience menopause around the world. Sievert suggests that attempts by medical professionals to define the normal occurrence of menopause, including its typical onset and symptoms, may not be realistic when considering how lifestyle, nutrition, and workload can contribute to diverging realities. She explores how women feel about hysterectomies, chemotherapy, and other medical procedures and treatments that stop menstruation prematurely. She also considers recent advances in technology, including postmenopausal birth, which have turned what was previously an unavoidable end of fertility into something that can be postponed.A unique comparative look at womens experiences, this text brings new perspectives to the mainstream literature on the subject and invites readers to consider compelling questions about menopause, its meanings, and its future.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Menopause: A Biocultural Perspective'? A: The book explores the biological and cultural aspects of menopause, highlighting how experiences of menopause vary across different cultures and individuals.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Lynnette Leidy Sievert, who draws on her case studies and comparative data for insights into menopause.
- Q: What kind of research does the author use in the book? A: Lynnette Leidy Sievert uses case studies from Puebla, Mexico, and western Massachusetts, along with comparative data from Slovenia, Paraguay, and Hawaii.
- Q: How does the book address the medical definitions of menopause? A: The author critiques the medical community's attempts to define 'normal' menopause, suggesting that lifestyle, nutrition, and workload significantly influence individual experiences.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition, specifically categorized as 'Very Good'.
- Q: How many pages does 'Menopause: A Biocultural Perspective' have? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on July 19, 2006.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in medical anthropology? A: Yes, the book is part of the 'Studies in Medical Anthropology' series, making it suitable for those interested in the cultural aspects of health and medicine.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in a new edition.