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Autism spectrum disorders and menstruation.

Amy Hamilton¹, Michael P Marshal, Pamela J Murray

¹University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.

The Journal of Adolescent Health : Official Publication of the Society for Adolescent Medicine

|September 24, 2011

Summary

Women with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) frequently experience severe menstrual symptoms like dysmenorrhea and premenstrual syndrome. However, treatments and hormonal contraception were underused, indicating a need for better menstrual health management in this population.

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Area of Science:

Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Women's Health
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

Background:

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects individuals' social interaction and communication.
Menstruation is a critical aspect of women's health, yet experiences can vary significantly.
Limited research exists on the menstrual health experiences of autistic women.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the menstrual experiences of women aged 10-25 with ASD.
To assess hygiene concerns, dysmenorrhea, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and treatment utilization.
To identify potential gaps in care and management strategies.

Main Methods:

Caregiver-reported data collection from 10-25-year-old women with ASD.
Assessment of menstrual hygiene practices and challenges.
Evaluation of the prevalence and severity of dysmenorrhea and PMS symptoms.
Documentation of treatments used for menstrual-related issues.

Main Results:

Frequent and severe dysmenorrhea and PMS symptoms were reported by autistic women.
Moderate morbidity rates were associated with these symptoms.
Hormonal contraception and other available treatments were underutilized.
Hygiene concerns were also a notable aspect of their menstrual experience.

Conclusions:

Autistic women experience significant menstrual symptoms, including pain and PMS.
There is a notable underuse of effective treatments like hormonal contraception.
Improved menstrual health management and support are crucial for autistic women.
Further research is needed to understand and address the specific needs of this population.