AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Aging changes in the female reproductive system result mainly from changing hormone levels. One clear sign of aging occurs when your menstrual periods stop permanently. This is known as menopause. The time before menopause is called perimenopause.

Detailed explanation-2: -Around age 50, women’s ovaries begin producing decreasing amounts of estrogen and progesterone; the pituitary gland tries to compensate by producing more follicle stimulating hormone (FSH). While menopause is normal and happens to all women, some of the symptoms can be irritating or even dangerous.

Detailed explanation-3: -Aging is associated with a loss of sex hormones (androgens and estrogens), which in turn may be responsible for triggering muscle loss, muscle weakness, decreased functional performance, and decreased life span.

Detailed explanation-4: -During the menopause transition, women’s ovaries produce less and less of the hormone estrogen, until menses stops completely. The loss of estrogen may cause hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, headaches, irregular periods, and vaginal dryness.

Detailed explanation-5: -Menopause: Menopause is the point when you no longer have menstrual periods. At this stage, your ovaries have stopped releasing eggs and stopped producing most of their estrogen. A healthcare provider diagnoses menopause when you’ve gone without a menstrual period for 12 consecutive months.