#155 6 Things No One Told Us About ADHD & Perimenopause

Perimenopause plus ADHD can feel like someone yanked the power cord out of your brain. Low mood, no energy, libido gone, shorter cycles, cutting back work and the gym, and thinking, “WTF is wrong with me?!”In this episode, I am sharing 6 things I have learned about ADHD and perimenopause, including my own hormone testing journey and what the research is starting to show.We talk about:The new research showing women with ADHD often experience Perimenopause symptoms earlier & more severe! Why estrogen matters SO much for ADHD brainsWhat I learned from running my own blood tests (Why timing matters when testing estrogen)Testosterone cream, energy and mood & why it is usually added on top of an already solid estrogen planAdvocating for yourself in the medical systemThe perimenopause symptoms no one told me about… Including changes in body odour, itchy skin, formication, and phantom smellsImportant note: I am not a medical professional. This episode is based on my own experience and the research I have read, and it is not a substitute for medical advice. Please talk with your GP or menopause specialist about your specific situation.If you want to go deeper on hormones and ADHD, check out:Episode 21 Women With ADHDEpisode 35 Hormones & ADHDEpisode 54 Hormones, Perimenopause & ADHD with Dr Samantha NewmanEpisode 137 5 Things to understand about ADHD & Perimenopause LINKS TO OTHER GOOD SH*T:*Join Adulting with ADHD your ADHD toolbox & everything you need to work with your brain*Get our ADHD Coach in your pocket! + the ADHD Goal Setting Workbook (life planner tool)*12 Things I wished my Doctor had told me about Adult ADHD*Find out if you might be living with ADHD - Download Symptoms List*Check out Courses & Coaching with Xena*Learn, Inspire, Share & Connect inside our Facebook Community *Come hang out with me on Instagram!