The endogenous opioids seem likely to be assigned a significant role in the integrated
hormonal and metabolic response to exercise. This article reviews the present evidence on …

Hot flashes affect about three fourths of postmenopausal women and are one of the most
common health problems in this demographic group. Dysfunction of central …

This is a book about moods. Though I will define the term somewhat more carefully in
Chapter 1, it might help to note here that I use the word" mood" to refer to affective states …

The secretion of gonadotrophins from the pituitary in women is under ovarian control via
negative and positive feedback mechanisms. Steroidal and non-steroidal substances …

Hypersecretion of endogenous hormones or chronic administration of high doses of the
same hormones induces varying degrees of tolerance and dependence. Elimination of …

Hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA) is a clinical disorder of unknown etiology. The diagnosis is
made by exclusion of known abnormalities of pituitary and ovarian function. To determine if …

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a disorder characterized by hyperandrogenism and
chronic anovulation. Although the etiology of PCOS is unknown, perturbations of …

Recurring headache syndromes, such as migraine, are common problems for women
throughout their adult lives. Headache symptoms often fluctuate over the years that they are …

Statement of problem. The predominance of myofascial pain in women in childbearing years
suggests that the reproductive hormones may play a role in this pain disorder. Purpose. The …

Previous studies in female monkeys have shownthat β-endorphin (β-EP) of hypothalamic
origin is present inhigh concentrations in the hypophyseal portal blood and declinesat the …