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Where psychology, physiology and women's health research become practical tools for everyday life.
Hormones at Work: The Missing Link in Workplace Wellbeing
Hormones shape energy, focus and performance at work. Learn why hormonal health is a workplace issue and how employers can respond better.
PMDD at Work: Support, Symptoms and Workplace Strategies
In this article, we share a real story from one of our community members. They’ve opened up about their journey with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) in the workplace, and it’s something many of us can relate to.
Women, Hormones and Neurodiversity: What do we know?
What happens when hormones and neurodivergence intersect? This article explores the emerging research on ADHD, autism, the menstrual cycle, PMDD and menopause, including why some women notice changes in attention, sensory processing, emotional regulation and capacity across different hormonal life stages.
PMDD and Personal Independence Payment (PIP): Advice for a successful outcome
A practical guide to Personal Independent Payment for PMDD, with information and guidance to strengthen your application.
How I manage my PCOS
Living with PCOS can be debilitating and symptoms can impact all aspects of life. In this article, Nur, who was who was diagnosed with PCOS at the age of 17, shares the strategies she uses to manage the condition.
How to Tell your Manager about a Menstrual Health Condition
Talking to your manager about a menstrual health condition can feel daunting, especially when you’re worried about how you’ll be perceived. This guide shares practical advice to help you prepare for the conversation, explain how your symptoms affect you at work and explore the support or adjustments that could make things easier.
How to Create a Menstrual Friendly Workplace
Menstrual and hormonal health can have a real impact on how people feel and function at work, yet many employees still manage symptoms in silence. This article explores what a genuinely menstrual-friendly workplace looks like, from manager confidence and flexibility to policies, facilities and culture change.
PMDD, Autism and Sensory Overload: A Lived Experience Perspective
What happens when PMDD, autism and sensory processing overlap? In this guest article, Laura shares her lived experience of hormonal change, sensory overwhelm and interoception, alongside an updated look at what more recent research is beginning to tell us about autism, menstrual health and PMDD.
Autism in Women: Why It’s Often Missed and What to Look For
Autism in women is still frequently overlooked, particularly when someone has spent years masking, adapting and appearing to cope. This article explores why diagnosis can come later for women, what autism may look like in everyday life and at work, the cost of masking, and how hormonal life stages such as perimenopause may add another layer to the experience.
Managing Surgical Menopause and PMDD at Work
In this guest post, one of our community members shares her experience of navigating surgical menopause at work, along with the ways she supports herself through the challenges it can bring.