Hormone Replacement Therapy and Neurological Function
Edited by: A.R. Genazzani
Publisher: Taylor & Francis ISBN: 1842141686
Pub Date: 11 NOV 2004
Type: Hardback Book
In recent years there has been increased interest in the possibility that hormone replacement therapy may have a significant impact on neurological function in the aging female. It has been hypothesized that estrogens may even have a protective role in the onset of Alzheimer's or other dementias. This volume draws together leading experts to review the existing scientific data and present a consensus view that will be a practical aid to clinicians. The book offers a state-of-the-art summary of current knowledge that gives readers a better understanding of the potential benefits of hormone therapy when treating Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Contents:
Section 1: The Brain Cells and Aging Process
1. The Neuron 2. The Gila
Section 2: Aging Impact on Integrated Brain Function
3. Estrogen Receptors and Age 4. Estrogen Regulation of Mitochondrial Function and the Impact of the Aging Process 5. Brain Aromatase 6. The GABA-ergic and Other Neurotransmitters Systems
Section 3: Neurobiology of Steroids and Their Receptors
7. Estrogens 8. Progesterone and Progestins
Section 4: Central Symptoms of Menopause
9. Physiological Mechanism of Menopause Hot Flashes 10. Menopause, HRT, and Sleep Disturbances 11. Sex Hormones and Headache
Section 5: Menopause: Mood and Behavior
12. Gender Differences in Affective Disorders 13. Estrogen Receptor Selective Behavior 14. The Androgen-Deficiency Syndrome and Female Sexuality
Section 6: HRT: Effects on Mood and Behaviour
15. Estrogen Replacement Therapy and Mood 16. Progestogens and Menopause: Effect of Mood and Quality of Life 17. Androgen Replacement Therapy: A New Piece of the Mosaic
Section 7: Menopause, HRT and Psychiatric Diseases
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