Scientists Studied Women’s Menopause Experiences—One Group Had It Far Worse
Summary
A Bournemouth University study found that women with autism reported more severe menopause symptoms, higher levels of depression and anxiety, and lower quality of life than women without autism. The researchers suggested that feeling less in control of menopause and understanding it less clearly may help explain the difference, but the study did not establish a cause.Key Facts
- The study included 476 women with autism and 425 women without autism, all aged 40 to 60.
- Researchers followed participants for five weeks and used standardized self-report measures.
- Women with autism reported more severe menopause symptoms throughout the study period.
- The autistic participants also reported higher levels of depression and anxiety and, overall, poorer quality of life.
- Women with autism reported feeling less in control of menopause and having a less clear understanding of it.
- The study was published in the journal Autism in Adulthood on October 27.
- Study lead Eunhee Kim said higher rates of physical and mental health conditions among autistic people may have several contributing factors.
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