How to Menopause

What are the common perceptions of menopause, and how does Fadal’s book extinguish these often-harmful stereotypes? Why is Fadal so committed to menopause advocacy, and why is menopause advocacy so important?

How is sexism demonstrated through peoples’ attitudes towards menopause, including in the workplace, in relationships, and within the self? What advice does Fadal give to combat societal sexism toward middle-aged women? In what ways can men help women combat sexism?

Outline a brief history of women’s healthcare. How does this history contribute to ongoing harmful ideas that women are “imagining” their symptoms, that their symptoms are “normal” or should just be tolerated? What can be done to increase awareness and understanding about menopause in the healthcare system?