Achtung, Hormone

Why does our pulse suddenly spike when we get excited? Why does my son behave so differently than my daughter? And how is it that men and women start to look more alike as they age? In an engaging manner and with numerous examples from his practice, Max Nieuwdorp illustrates how our hormones play a crucial role throughout all stages of life, from the moment of conception to our last breath. He explores contemporary issues such as the impact of environmental factors and lifestyle between mini-puberty, pregnancy, and menopause or andropause, takes a medical look at transsexuality, and explains how each of us can positively influence our hormonal balance.