Adult-Diagnosed ADHD and Perimenopause with Dr. Jenna Dunlop

In this episode,  Mary  welcomes Dr. Jenna Dunlop, a scientist, educator, and Attention Deficit Hyeractivity Disorder (ADHD) advocate. Dr. Dunlop shares her personal journey of discovering ADHD in her late 50s amidst the cognitive challenges of menopause. The discussion highlights how menopause can amplify neurodivergent traits, leading to increased emotional and cognitive difficulties. They delve into the critical need for awareness, self-care routines, and support systems, emphasizing self-acceptance and practical coping strategies for both personal and professional life. Overcoming struggles throughout her life, from childhood trauma to her husband's suicide, coupled with her perimenopause struggles and a late-diagnosis of ADHS and ASD, Dr. Jenna's experiences led her to leave the corporate workforce and venture back into research.Her discoveries led to her focus her work on improving resilience in all women experiencing ADHD and/or menopause symptoms. Dr. Dunlops contributes her research to Herstasis Health Foundation summarizing into plain language information to support both men and women's health.  Dr. Dunlop is a graduate from University of Toronto with a double major in Psychology and Anthropology, and achieved her PhD in Biology and an MBA from York University.Connect:More about Dr. Jenna and her online course Taming Your ADHD on her website.LinkedIn, Facebook and InstagramResources for Listeners: Herstasis.com A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD: Embrace Neurodiversity, Live Boldly, and Break Through Barriers by Sari Solden and Michelle Frank (not an affiliate link)ADHD 2.0: New Science and Essential Strategies for Thriving with Distraction—From Childhood Through Adulthood by Edward Hallowell and John Ratey (not an affiliate link)Let us know if you're liking the show!Support the showMeet the host, Mary, a certified Menopause Doula and Women’s Coaching Specialist. Mary is also a corporate educator, helping forward-thinking organizations foster a menopause-friendly workplace and design policies and accommodations for employees. Click to learn more https://emmeellecoaching.com/menopauseatworkTurn your menopause transition into a transformation with the Menopause Intelligence Course (MQ), an 8-module, self-paced learning experience, empowering you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team. Connect: Instagram @menopausedisruptorpodcastLinkedIn linkedin.com/in/maryhelenlee/Subscribe on Substack @emmeellecoachingDisclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.