Perimenopause, Hormones & ADHD: What Every Woman Deserves to Know

Menopause, Hormones & ADHD: What Every Woman Deserves to Know

If you're a woman navigating perimenopause and ADHD, you're not imagining it — things might feel harder than ever. Many women report worsening symptoms during perimenopause, and yet support is often lacking. Most healthcare systems still don’t fully understand how ADHD shows up in women, let alone how it interacts with hormonal shifts.

This excellent article highlights the critical — and often overlooked — link between estrogen, dopamine, and ADHD, and outlines the treatment options worth exploring. From SSRIs to HRT, to adjusting ADHD medication itself, there are pathways forward. But too many women are left trying to untangle it all alone.

If you’ve felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or unsure what to ask your doctor — this is a must-read.

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