Name: The Hormone Myth
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The Hormone Myth

How Junk Science, Gender Politics, And Lies About PMS Keep Women Down
Author: Robyn Stein DeLuca, PhD

“Is it that time of month?” “Are you on the rag?” “Are you going through menopause?”

For centuries, women have been stereotyped as irrational, unstable, or “crazy” whenever their hormones fluctuate. From the “moody menstrual monster” to the “menopausal maniac,” these cultural myths have been weaponized to silence women, undermine their authority, and keep them in their place. But what if these beliefs aren’t rooted in truth, but in junk science and sexism?

In The Hormone Myth, psychologist Robyn Stein DeLuca dismantles outdated research and exposes how gender politics have shaped distorted ideas about women’s biology. With clear evidence and a fearless voice, she reveals how these myths harm women’s health, self-esteem, and opportunities—and how we can move beyond them. Covering everything from menstruation to pregnancy to menopause, this book empowers women to embrace their emotions and reclaim control of their lives.

Praise

“The Hormone Myth is a bracing, accurate breath of fresh air. It turns conventional wisdom about hormones on its head, and provides a far more liberating view of women’s health than what we’ve all been taught.”
— Christiane Northrup, MD, author of Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom

“This is a book for every woman who has ever been asked ‘Are you on the rag?’ after she voices an unpopular opinion or expresses an ‘unfeminine’ emotion. Read it, share it with your friends, and join the movement to bust the hormone myth once and for all.”
— Joan C. Chrisler, PhD, editor of Women’s Reproductive Health

“One chapter at a time, from Aristotle to Trump, DeLuca weaves together history, culture, and science to show how the hormone myth harms women’s lives and leadership. This is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand and dismantle these entrenched gender inequities.”
— Jacqueline Pistorello, PhD, University of Nevada, Reno

“DeLuca brings a fresh and engaging voice to the stubborn myth of women’s emotional instability. She not only reveals the cultural forces boxing women in, but also gives readers the tools to be smart consumers of science.”
— Susan Pincus, MD, family physician

About the Author

Robyn Stein DeLuca, PhD, is a research assistant professor in psychology at Stony Brook University and a former core faculty member in women’s and gender studies. Her TEDx Talk “The Good News About PMS” has been viewed over one million times and translated into 22 languages. Her research on postpartum depression and childbirth satisfaction has been widely published, making her a trusted voice in the conversation on women’s health.

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