Introduction. Causes of Epilepsy. Investigation of Epilepsy. -- Management. The Woman with Epilepsy. Epilepsy, Sexual Development And The Menstrual Cycle. Epilepsy Contraception And Sexuality. Fertility And Epilepsy. Preconception Counselling In Women With Epilepsy. Pregnancy. Labour and Delivery. The Puerperium. Pre-menopause Counselling. Epilepsy and the Menopause. Epilepsy and the Older Woman. Further reading. References. Index..