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The Power of Neurodiversity with Dr. Thomas Armstrong

Neurodiversity is a term that was recently coined in 1998 but the existence of differences in brains is as old as time. In this episode, we explore neurodiversity with Dr. Thomas Armstrong, author of The Power of Neurodiversity, Unleashing the Advantages of Your Neurodivergent Brain.  Dr. Armstrong explores 7 varieties of neurodiversity: Autism Spectrum Disorder, […]
45 mins 01.10.25

Anxiety and Burnout are Very Commonly Linked with Neurodiversity – Dr Martin Brunet on Autism and ADHD

There has been a huge rise in the number of autism and ADHD diagnoses over the last two decades. And while many midlife men have spent years being treated for anxiety or depression without ever understanding the root cause, there could be a link between their mental health struggles and undiagnosed neurodiversity. This week Paul […]
54 mins 09.07.25
The Menopause Space

Menopause and Neurodiversity with Noelle Sinclair

Welcome to The Menopause Space Podcast, Season 3, the podcast where we explore the journey of menopause with honesty, humor, and heart. I’m Lisa Tarquini, your host, founder of The Menopause Space and What The Fog* Asia Pacific’s Premier Menopause Event. Each week, we’ll dive deep into the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of menopause, featuring […]
42 mins 17.02.25

101: Navigating Neurodiversity and Hormonal Health with A/Prof Caroline Gurvich

Joined by Associate Professor Caroline Gurvich, a leading clinical neuropsychologist, today we explore the fascinating world of neurodiversity, menopause, and women's mental health. Caroline opens up about her work at the HER Center, where she sheds light on how understanding brain changes and behaviour is crucial in addressing women's health issues. Gain insights into the […]
38 mins 19.12.24

Understanding neurodiversity: managing ADHD and getting diagnoses

It’s ADHD Awareness Month, so Fearne’s reflecting on some of the conversations she’s had about neurodiversity on the show that’ll hopefully help you understand either yourself, or someone you love, even better…   First, what are the signs and symptoms of ADHD? Do you recognise more of the hyperactive & impulsive symptoms like rashly spending […]
37 mins 25.10.24

Alex Partridge: Neurodiversity, masking, and workplace inclusion

Do you A) assume everyone probably hates you? B) react impulsively to criticism? C) feel intense shame about the way your brain works? These are all things UNILAD founder Alex Partridge has felt across his life, but at 34 he was diagnosed with ADHD and his character started to make a little more sense… In […]
30 mins 25.09.24
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Neurodiversity and perimenopause: 4 podcast episodes to help you understand challenges to enhance your well-being

Are you neurodivergent? According to research, perimenopause can be especially challenging for neurodivergent women, complicating sensory sensitivities and executive functions. Before exploring this topic in this blog, it may be useful to listen to four podcast episodes that raise thoughtful questions and share lived experiences about neurodiversity, hormones, and midlife transitions. Each offers a slightly […]

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Autism and Menopause: How Hormones Affect Neurodivergent Women in Perimenopause

As a gynecologist, I was a guest on the Dutch podcast hosted by Suzanne Rethans, an author, journalist, and podcast creator, alongside clinical psychologist Els Blijd-Hoogewys, chair of Female Autism Network of the Netherlands (FANN). Drawing on my medical expertise, we discussed the role of hormones. Insights from clinical psychology regarding autism in women complemented […]