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Lifting the Curse of Menstruation A Feminist Appraisal of the Influence of Menstruation on Women's Lives

188 Pages

by Routledge

172 Pages

by Routledge

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Description

Here is an up-to-date view of menstruation from a feminist perspective. Despite the fact that the menstrual cycle is an integral part of women's lives, menstruation is often viewed as an illness or problem. Lifting the Curse of Menstruation answers essential questions about the occurence of menstruation—from menarch to menopause—and its effects on women's lives. Experts examine the... Read more

Contents
Preface

Lifting the Curse of Menstruation: Toward a Feminist Perspective on the Menstrual Cycle
Menarche: The Beginning of Menstrual Life
Menstrual Health Products, Practices, and Problems
How Does Menstruation Affect Cognitive Competence and Psychophysiological Response?
Dysmenorrhea
Premenstrual Syndrom: A Selective Review
The Relationship Between Psychopathology and the Menstrual Cycle