As women enter midlife, they experience a major biological change called ________, during which they pass from their reproductive to their non-reproductive years.

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The climacteric is the period of transition from the reproductive to the non-reproductive years in women. It is characterized by a decline in ovarian function and a decrease in the production of estrogen and progesterone. The climacteric typically begins in the mid-40s and lasts for several years.

As Women Enter Midlife, They Experience a Major Biological Change