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