The impact of the perimenopause on ADHD

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Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, involves significant hormonal fluctuations that can impact various aspects of health, including the symptoms of ADHD.

 

ADHD affects approximately 4% of adults in the UK, with a significant proportion being women. Hormonal cycles, including menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause, can influence ADHD symptoms due to fluctuations in oestrogen and progesterone.

 

Perimenopause, in particular, is a critical period where these hormonal shifts can exacerbate ADHD symptoms, necessitating a tailored approach to management.

 

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ADHD and Menopause Clinic

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Our BMS Menopause Specialist, Kate Organ, has a specialist interest in ADHD due to her 15 + years working within NHS mental health services. Being able to fully understand the role of our female hormones on ADHD, she is in an ideal position to support you stabilise and manage your ADHD alongside effective menopause treatment.