About this episode

This episode explores the significant effects of hormones on women with ADHD, particularly how estrogen influences symptoms throughout different life stages.

Hormones have a drastic impact on women with ADHD. Learn how estrogen and your cycle impact focus, mood, and why symptoms suddenly get worse. Learn the skills to regulate your Emotions, join the membership: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Why do ADHD symptoms in women seem to change throughout the month—or suddenly get worse in your 30s and 40s? In this episode, we break down the powerful connection between women, ADHD, and hormones—and why this piece of the puzzle has been overlooked for so long. You’ll learn how estrogen directly affects dopamine (the brain chemical behind focus, motivation, and executive function), and why shifts during the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and menopause can dramatically impact ADHD symptoms. Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell FREE Mental Health Resources: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/free-resources Therapy in a Nutshell and the information provided by Emma McAdam are solely intended for informational and entertainment purposes and are…

People in this episode

Host: Emma McAdam

Topics covered

• ADHD
• hormones
• women
• mental health
• emotional regulation

Keywords

• ADHD
• hormones
• women
• estrogen
• mental health
• emotional regulation
• menstrual cycle
• pregnancy
• menopause

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