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Survey Results: Perimenopause and Menopause in Sensitive and Neurodivergent Women by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
Survey Results: Perimenopause and Menopause in Sensitive and Neurodivergent Women by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Perimenopause and menopause bring intense challenges for sensitive and neurodivergent women, including late-discovered autistic women. This September 2025 survey reveals key symptoms, patterns, and lived experiences across physical, emotional, cognitive, and sensory domains. Explore validation, community voices, and practical recommendations for support.

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Systemic Conditioning: The Silent Weight Women Carry by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
Systemic Conditioning: The Silent Weight Women Carry by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Many women in midlife feel like they are falling apart, but the truth is that systemic conditioning, hormonal shifts, and decades of unmet needs are at the root. This article explores why women feel overwhelmed and how to begin reclaiming needs with compassion.

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Perimenopause, Menopause, and Autism: An Overlooked Crisis by Julie Bjelland, LMFT
Perimenopause, Menopause, and Autism: An Overlooked Crisis by Julie Bjelland, LMFT

Explore how menopause and perimenopause impact autistic women and AFAB individuals, highlighting recent research, personal experience, and the urgent need for better support and awareness.

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