[scribus] Scribus download problem

[kiwijohn]

Hi
About 3 weeks ago I downloaded 1.4.4 to my Windows 7 64-bit laptop. 
There were problems for which I blamed myself but it appears not. 
Several downloads result in Menus always being expanded beyond the 
screen. I have managed to get down to the OK button occasionally but 
usually the menu is fixed (locked?). As a last resort I downloaded to an 
old VISTA 32-bit unit and it worked fine although the laptop is so slow 
as to be unusable. I have since changed reluctantly to Libre Open 
Office. I've got an illustrated booklet in progress so HELP please.
John O'Neill