Thermoregulatory Physiology of Menopausal Hot Flashes

Inclusion criteria

• Female
• Age range: 40 to 65 years and in menopausal transition or post-menopause;
• At least 8 years of education to ensure adequate reading proficiency;
• Primary language is English or Spanish.

Exclusion criteria

• History of medical or neurological illness or trauma that would affect the central nervous system (e.g., stroke, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy);
• Current severe medical conditions (e.g. Diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, renal or hepatic disease, thyroid disorders);
• History of schizophrenia and/or bipolar disorder;
• Dependence or abuse of illicit substances in the past year;
• Current use of hormone therapy or other treatments for hot flash symptoms