Conquering the Rapids of Life Making the Most of Midlife Opportunities
by Westheimer, Ruth K.; Lehu, Pierre A.Edition: 1st
Format: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2003-04-09
Publisher(s): Taylor Trade Publishing
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Summary
Written in her characteristically breezy and humorous style, Dr, Ruth expertly explains the unique challenges and opportunities encountered with the onset of middle age, including issues of health, family, and career.
Author Biography
Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer and Pierre A. Lehu have previously collaborated on books including Rekindling Romance for Dummies (ISBN 0764553038) and Dr. Ruth's Guide to College Life (ISBN 1568331711). They both live in New York City.
Table of Contents
| Acknowledgments | p. ix |
| Introduction | p. xi |
| The Whitewater Years Defined | p. 1 |
| Menopause | p. 19 |
| Other Female Health Problems | p. 39 |
| When Man's Best Friend Lets Him Down | p. 63 |
| Other Male Health Problems | p. 83 |
| Empty-Nest Syndrome | p. 101 |
| Psychological Boulders | p. 123 |
| Rekindling Your Romance | p. 143 |
| When the Relationship Turns Sour | p. 165 |
| Other Pitfalls | p. 181 |
| Better Health | p. 199 |
| Grandparents 'R Us | p. 211 |
| Conclusion | p. 227 |
| Index | p. 235 |
| About the Authors | p. 245 |
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