Abstract
<jats:title>Abstract</jats:title> <jats:p>This textbook introduces important neurological concepts and disease processes that could potentially affect patients in the antepartum, peripartum or postpartum period, as well as across the lifespan of a woman from puberty to post-menopause. The effect of female hormones (estrogen, progesterone), pregnant state and menopausal state on progression or onset of neurological disease is explored. Emphasis on pregnancy as a state that can improve or worsen symptoms of certain neurological diseases is explored. The importance of pregnancy related diseases such as gestational hypertension or preeclampsia on future neurological health is also explored, Diagnosis, treatments, and management of various neurological illnesses are discussed using a case-based methodology and updated literature review on current best practices. Updated guidelines and recent relevant research study results are succinctly summarized.</jats:p>