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The Dr. Brighten ShowHow Hormones and Menopause Affect ADHD: What No One’s Telling You | Dr. Jolene BrightenDid you know that when estrogen drops during perimenopause and menopause, ADHD symptoms can skyrocket? If you’ve felt like your ADHD got worse overnight—or that your once-manageable brain fog, mood swings, or forgetfulness have taken over—you're not imagining things.
In this episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, we uncover the science behind how hormones like estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, insulin, and testosterone profoundly impact the ADHD brain and why menopause and perimenopause make those effects louder, messier, and harder to ignore. If you're a woman navigating perimenopause and ADHD, or wrestling with brain fog and menopau...2025-06-2634 minThe Dr. Brighten ShowPeriod Pain Relief for Endometriosis, Adenomyosis, and Hormonal Imbalances | Dr. Jolene BrightenWhat if everything you’ve been told about period pain is wrong? In this eye-opening episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, Dr. Jolene Brighten—board-certified naturopathic endocrinologist and hormone expert—blows the lid off the myth that suffering through painful periods is just part of being a woman. With a deeply personal story of being dismissed for nearly three decades before finally being diagnosed with endometriosis and adenomyosis, Dr. Brighten exposes how deeply broken our medical system is when it comes to women’s pain—and what you can do about it.
If you’ve ever been told that yo...2025-06-191h 03The Dr. Brighten ShowSide Effects of Stopping The Birth Control Pill: How to Stop Mood Swings, Acne & More | Dr. Jolene BrightenYou stopped taking the pill… now what? For millions of women, the birth control pill has been a lifeline or a frustrating mystery. In this episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, Dr. Jolene Brighten unpacks what really happens when you stop hormonal birth control and why no one in the doctor’s office seems to prepare you for the aftermath. Whether you're quitting the pill to get pregnant, manage side effects, or simply reconnect with your body, this episode is your roadmap to understanding and healing.
Dr. Brighten breaks down post-birth control syndrome, hormonal chaos, gut health, meta...2025-06-1247 min
We've Got To TalkAre we getting canceled?One wrong social media post. One controversial opinion. That's all it takes to see your business suffer in 2025. Today we’re taking a look at the brutal reality of cancel culture - what actually happens when your views don't match the majority. From death threats sliding into DMs to orchestrated boycott campaigns, Nicole and Jolene reveal the true cost of speaking up in an era where silence feels safer.The most dangerous impact of cancel culture isn't the loud voices demanding boycotts - it's the voices we never hear. How many important conversations die in draft folders? Ho...2025-04-3030 min
Sensual BeingEp 79 - Release Negative People to Find Your TribeWhat happens when you decide to reclaim your mental peace and break free from the grip of negativity? Join Jolene Whiting in a journey through the challenging yet rewarding process of navigating relationships with negative and judgmental individuals. Learn the art of setting boundaries and protecting your mental space, especially in an age where social media can amplify the negativity in our lives. Through open communication and compassion, we can strike a balance between maintaining connections and safeguarding our well-being.Discover the transformative power of finding your tribe and surrounding yourself with those who uplift and inspire...2024-11-1432 min