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  • ADHD or Perimenopause?

ADHD or Perimenopause?

Wednesday 23rd August 2023

Susan Denee explores the link between ADHD and perimenopause, offering insights and strategies for women over 35 facing cognitive changes.
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ADHD Meets Perimenopause: Susan Denee's Insightful Journey

Episode Overview

  • Susan Denee shares her insights and research findings on the link between ADHD and perimenopause in women
  • Emphasizing the impact of declining estrogen levels on cognitive function and emotional well-being
  • Encouraging self-advocacy and understanding of bodily changes to explore natural and medical solutions for cognitive health
  • Discusses hormone level testing, research, and practical strategies to support women's well-being during this transformative phase of life
ADHD disconnects the knowing part of the brain from the performing part of the brain. So there may be a couple of things going on. And it may be time to take a look at it. If any of these lack of focus things resonate with you, if the, you know, you're getting older and the body's doing something different cognitively, you don't feel like you used to feel, you're wondering what are a couple of things I can do?
Imagine juggling work projects that suddenly feel like Herculean tasks, or forgetting what you were about to say mid-sentence. If this sounds familiar, you might be experiencing the double whammy of ADHD symptoms and perimenopause. In this episode of 'Know Your Crazy', Susan Denee takes a deep dive into this often overlooked connection. Sharing her personal experiences and research, Susan illuminates how declining estrogen levels can wreak havoc on cognitive function and emotional well-being.
She discusses the striking similarities between ADHD and menopausal symptoms, offering valuable insights into the unique challenges women face during this phase of life. Susan stresses the importance of self-advocacy and understanding your body's changes. She encourages listeners to explore both natural and medical solutions to support cognitive health, from hormone level testing to supplements. If you're a woman over 35 grappling with attention issues and cognitive changes, this episode is a treasure trove of practical strategies.
Susan's empathetic approach will leave you feeling understood and equipped to embrace this transformative phase with patience and self-appreciation.