Rebroadcast: Your brain on menopause

Lisa Mosconi, a leading expert on menopause and brain function, discusses the profound impacts of menopause on women's cognitive health. She reveals the links between hormonal changes and increased Alzheimer's risk, illuminating gender disparities in brain health. The conversation covers the emotional and physical symptoms of menopause, the critical role of estrogen, and the potential for brain reorganization that can enhance empathy. Listeners gain insights into hormone replacement therapy and empowering strategies to navigate this transformative life stage.