Picture this: As your menstrual cycle approaches, you notice a shift in your mood and focus. One moment you feel productive, clear-headed, and on top of your ADHD. The next moment your concentration slips away.
Hormonal changes can turn everyday routines into huge challenges for women with ADHD. In this episode, listen as Dr. Monica Johnson explores how hormonal fluctuations can heighten ADHD symptoms. Learn key hormones that can impact mood and focus. And get tips on how to manage ADHD and hormonal changes effectively.
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Timestamps
(00:55) What are hormones?
(01:35) Does research show a connection between ADHD and hormones?
(02:38) How does ADHD impact the menstrual cycle?
(04:11) How to manage ADHD and hormonal changes effectively
(05:04) How diet and exercise play a role
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