This study explored the unique experiences of menopause in autistic individuals, highlighting significant challenges to health, well-being, and daily functioning. Participants often had low awareness of menopause and little confidence in receiving adequate support from healthcare professionals. The findings reveal that menopause can have a particularly severe impact on autistic people, underscoring the urgent need for tailored support and greater awareness.
This study explored the unique experiences of menopause in autistic individuals, highlighting significant challenges to health, well-being, and daily functioning. Participants often had low awareness of menopause and little confidence in receiving adequate support from healthcare professionals. The findings reveal that menopause can have a particularly severe impact on autistic people, underscoring the urgent need for tailored support and greater awareness.