Autism: Ageing and the Menopause

As autistic people age, they often become increasingly invisible - especially autistic women and those assigned female at birth, whose needs are frequently overlooked by services and support systems. Navigating later life can bring unique challenges, and menopause is just one of the significant transitions that can deeply affect health, wellbeing, identity, and daily functioning.

We are delighted to welcome Dr Rachel Moseley (Principal Academic in Psychology, Bournemouth University) for a powerful and insightful session exploring the realities of ageing and menopause through an autistic lens.

In this talk, Dr Moseley will discuss:

• The key challenges facing autistic adults as they grow older
• Why reproductive transition points , including menopause can be especially difficult
• Why menopause matters for long-term health and wellbeing
• What practical steps, strategies, and supports can make a real difference during menopause and beyond

This session is ideal for autistic adults, women and those assigned female at birth, supporters, practitioners, and anyone seeking deeper understanding of autistic ageing and reproductive transitions.

Together, we’ll shine a light on an under-discussed topic, amplify autistic voices, and explore ways to promote dignity, support, and healthier futures.

The important bits you need to know:

• All webinars are recorded except where we explicitly state they will not be
• When you sign up, we will send you the link to the webinar. You’ll get reminder emails in the run-up to the event so long as you don’t unsubscribe from Eventbrite emails
• When you join the webinar your camera and microphone are automatically turned off so we cannot see or hear you.
• If you are delayed then don’t worry about joining late.
• If something comes up and you cannot make it then don’t worry as all ticketholders are sent a link to the recording of the webinar the next day. This is then available to you for 30 days.
• Slides, references and CPD certificates are also sent out the next day.
• Join live and you have the chance to ask any questions you might have.
• Any questions or queries, then please email them through to events@sunshine-support.org.uk

DISCLAIMER

The views expressed in the webinar are of the presenter and not Sunshine Support as an organisation. The information detailed on this page is accurate at the time of publishing. We reserve the right to change the speaker at any time. There maybe events outside of our control that contribute to this and our intention will always be to ensure the webinar goes ahead and meets the brief as closely as possible.