An invaluable guide for every woman seeking to take charge of her own body at a time of critical change. Many women approaching the 'change of life' fear the upsets & disturbances. Others look forward to new-found freedoms. Most women adjust to the menopause easily but still need to know what is happening & how to cope. For many women hormone replacement therapy is the answer; for others it is not. Dr Anne Mac Gregor explains the hormonal changes which cause the menopause & clearly sets out the pros & cons of HRT.