Autism, ADHD, Hormones & Menopause
Menopause and perimenopause can bring changes to sleep, mood, concentration, sensory experiences and the ability to manage everyday life.
For autistic and ADHD people, these changes can sometimes feel particularly overwhelming.
Everyone’s experience is different, and you deserve to feel understood and supported.
Here are some resources exploring the connection between neurodivergence and menopause, including research, lived experience, books, podcasts and practical information.
Books & Reading
Autistic Menopause
Autistic Menopause: A Guide to the Menopausal Transition for Autistic People and Those Supporting Them by Julie Gamble-Turner and Rachel Moseley explores autistic experiences of menopause alongside practical information and support.
View Autistic Menopause at Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Research & Videos
Autism & Menopause with Dr Aimee Grant
Dr Aimee Grant is part of the Autism: from Menstruation to Menopause research project, which explores reproductive health experiences across the lives of autistic people. This recorded talk looks specifically at autism and menopause. YouTube
Autism & Menopause with Dr Aimee Grant
Autism: From Menstruation to Menopause
This autistic-led research project is exploring reproductive health experiences including menstruation, contraception, gynaecological health and menopause. It also provides research, talks and resources as the project develops. Autism from Menstruation to Menopause
Visit Autism: From Menstruation to Menopause
Lived Experience & Creative Resources
Autistic Realms – Menopause & Perimenopause Resources
Autistic Realms has gathered a wide range of menopause and perimenopause resources, including research, videos, podcasts, websites and lived-experience material for autistic, ADHD and AuDHD people. autisticrealms.com
Explore the Autistic Realms resource collection
Rose Matthews – A Creative Exploration of Autistic Menopause
The Autistic Realms collection includes Rose Matthews’ creative exploration of her own menopause journey, bringing together autistic lived experience through a creative format. autisticrealms.com
You can find this through the Autistic Realms resource collection above.
Hormones on the Blink
Hormones on the Blink offers resources exploring menopause, hormones and neurodivergence, including guidance aimed at autistic and ADHD women. Hormones On The Blink
Explore Hormones on the Blink resources
Podcasts & Playlists
Joanna Grace – Autistic Neurodivergent Menopause
Dr Joanna Grace has created a collection of short videos exploring autistic and neurodivergent experiences of menopause. The playlist is also signposted by Autistic Realms as part of its menopause resource collection. autisticrealms.com
Watch the Autistic Neurodivergent Menopause playlist
Sam Galloway – My Autistic Menopause Story
In this podcast episode, Sam Galloway shares her experience of perimenopause, late autism and ADHD diagnosis, burnout and the process of understanding what was happening to her. The episode includes discussion of mental health crisis and suicidal thoughts. Acast
Listen to Sam Galloway’s story
When the Wheels Fall Off: Menopause and Autism/ADHD
In this Autism Central podcast episode, Catherine Asta is joined by Sophie Cartledge to discuss the intersection of perimenopause, autism and ADHD, including sensory changes, emotional regulation and burnout. Autism Central
Practical Information & Support
The ALLIANCE – World Menopause Month Resource Pack
The Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland has produced a menopause resource pack bringing together information, videos, webinar recordings, information sheets and other practical resources. Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland
View the ALLIANCE menopause resource pack
A Gentle Reminder
You don’t have to read, watch or listen to everything at once.
Take your time, explore whichever resources feel helpful, and remember that your experience is valid even if it differs from someone else’s.
These resources are intended for general information and support and do not replace individual medical advice.
At Create & Chatter, we want everyone to feel safe, seen, supported and included at every stage of life.
You are not alone.
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