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Autism and Menopause

This session explores how menopause and perimenopause affect autistic people and why this life stage is frequently overlooked or misunderstood. It examines hormonal changes, sensory processing, and executive functioning differences, alongside the impact on mental health, wellbeing, and daily functioning.

⏱ 2 hours–2.5 hours 🌐 Online or in-person
Autism and Menopause
Gain CPD hours

About This Session

This session explores how menopause and perimenopause affect autistic people and why this life stage is frequently overlooked or misunderstood. It examines hormonal changes, sensory processing, and executive functioning differences, alongside the impact on mental health, wellbeing, and daily functioning.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand how menopause can affect autistic people differently.
  • Recognise the impact of hormonal change on sensory processing.
  • Identify effects on executive functioning and emotional regulation.
  • Identify effects on executive functioning and emotional regulation.
  • Apply supportive strategies and reasonable adjustments.

Session Formats

🌐 ONLINE

Online Webinar

2 hours

An extended online session with group discussions, breakout activities and sector-specific case studies.

🏢 IN-PERSON

In-Person Session

2.5 hours

A deep-dive workshop for smaller teams with hands-on activities, scenario work and action planning.