ISBN:
9781441170279
Language:
English
Pages:
1 Online-Ressource (98 pages)
Parallel Title:
Print version Brayne, Sue Sex, Meaning and the Menopause
DDC:
306.70846
Keywords:
Older women-Sexual behavior
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Menopause-Social aspects
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Older women ; Sexual behavior
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Menopause ; Social aspects
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Abstract:
Intro -- Contents -- Acknowledgements -- A younger womanâs understanding of the menopause -- Meg, 42 -- Introduction -- What this book offers -- So, what is the book about? -- Structure -- A word about the male menopause -- Chapter 1 -- Myth-Âmaking: menopause and society -- The focus on sex -- Menopause: a medical diagnosis -- Drugs for sex -- The anti-Âageing lobby -- Cultural differences -- A Second Menopause? God forbid! -- Chapter 2 -- Myth-Âbusting: real, lived experiences -- Fading beauty -- Mothers and daughters -- Some find it a relief -- Easier transition for some -- End of fertility -- The sandwich generation -- Older single mum -- Living alone -- Much happier alone -- Credibility in the workplace -- Hitting their stride -- Ageing in the sex industry -- Chapter 3 -- Menopausal mechanics of sex -- Talking about sex -- The taboo of sex and the menopause -- Mechanical changes in sex -- Gay relationships -- The need for good communication -- Sexual differences -- Male masturbation and sex toys -- Female masturbation and sex toys -- Pornography -- Affairs -- Divorce -- Prostitution -- Menopause power! -- SWOFTIES abroad -- Chapter 4 -- Meaning and the menopause -- The inner call -- Midlife: a psychological crisis -- Midlife: a spiritual process -- Menopause: the struggle -- Menopause: a sacred state -- Love and self-Âhealing -- The process of liberation -- Sex and spirituality -- Sex and sin -- Going beyond sex -- Using ritual -- Wisdom from the silver-Âhaired -- Chapter 5 -- Men talking about the menopause -- Ray, 62 â The word I use is despair -- Brian, 53 â Weâve always had an open relationship -- David, 59 â Menopause highlights the cracks already there -- Chris, 52 â The media are hopeless when it comes to the menopause -- Nick, 53 â Thereâs nothing wrong with porn, if thatâs all there is on offer
Abstract:
Will, 59 â Sex isnât just about penetration -- Gary, 67 â I suppose it was the male menopause -- John, 51 â Itâs not about sex, itâs about pulling together -- Daniel, 66 â Different planets is an understatement -- Chapter 6 -- Managing the menopause -- Talking to doctors -- Sensible resources -- Getting the best from your GP -- The HRT conundrum -- Basic facts about HRT -- HRT and sex: a short recap -- Women talking about HRT -- Coming off HRT -- Localized HRT -- Things to be aware of if you want to take HRT -- Natural alternatives -- Natural lubricants -- Dealing with hot flushes -- Sleeping separately -- Seeking emotional support -- Basic listening skills -- Keeping fit -- Exercise can help stress incontinence -- Yoga -- Dancing -- Message to Meg -- Recommended reading -- Helpful websites -- Index
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