What happens when a woman is finally diagnosed with ADHD, only to be blindsided by perimenopause making everything harder?

In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Sarah-Jane Ayers for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about ADHD, perimenopause and the devastating impact hormonal changes can have on mental health.

Sarah-Jane shares her experience of feeling dismissed, desperate and unable to cope, before finally finding the right support and treatment. Together, she and Louise explore why women with ADHD are so often overlooked in hormone care, whysymptoms are frequently misunderstood and how too many are being left to struggle alone.

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In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by consultant gynaecologist Mr Osama Naji for a reassuring and practical conversation about one of the most common concerns women have when starting HRT, bleeding.

Together, they explain why bleeding can happen, when it is a normal response to changing hormones and when it may need further investigation. They also discuss the common causes of unscheduled bleeding, the role of scans and checks and why women should never be left feeling frightened or dismissed.

Louise and Osama also tackle the fear around endometrial cancer, the importance of looking at the whole clinical picture and why women deserve clear information and individualised care rather than unnecessary alarm.

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In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by US-based OB-GYN Dr Jordan Emont to explore why so many women are still being denied hormones, despite clear evidence of their benefits.

They discuss the ongoing fear and misinformation surrounding body identical hormones, the confusion with synthetic hormones used in contraception and why this is leaving many women unsupported.

Louise and Jordan also highlight the inequalities in menopause care and the wider health consequences of untreated hormone deficiency, including heart disease, osteoporosis and mental health.

A powerful conversation about informed choice, access to care and why women deserve better. 

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In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by physician and author Dr Jeffrey Dach, who is the founder and Medical Director of the TrueMedMD Clinic in Florida and author of numerous books including Bioidentical Hormones 101.

Together, Louise and Jeffrey challenge some of the biggest myths surrounding hormone treatments, including the long-standing fear around breast cancer and the lasting damage caused by the Women’s Health Initiative study.

They discuss the important differences between body identical and synthetic hormones, and why hormones should be recognised not just for symptom relief, but also for their roles in improving long-term health.

It’s a powerful conversation about fear, misinformation and why so many women are still being denied the hormone treatments they both need and want.

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In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by therapist SaraWitter who shares her deeply personal and shocking experience of being menopausal as a child.

Sara describes how she lost most of her ovarian function at just 10 years old following surgery for large dermoid cysts, and the long-lasting impact this had on her physical and mental health. Despite years of symptoms including extreme fatigue, pain, heavy bleeding, mood changes andpostnatal psychosis, the role of hormones was repeatedly overlooked.

This powerful conversation highlights the importance oflistening, thinking beyond textbook definitions and ensuring that women of all ages are given the knowledge and treatment they need.

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In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by model and author Rosie Viva, who speaks openly about her experience of living with bipolar disorder, something she also explores in her book, Completely Normal and Totally Fine.

Rosie shares her journey to diagnosis in her early twenties, the challenges of being misunderstood, and the reality of finding the right treatment. Together, Louise and Rosie discuss why bipolar disorder is often missed in women, and how stigma and lack of awareness can leave many feeling unsupported.

They also explore the often overlooked role of hormones in mental health and why low and changing hormones can often worsen the symptoms of mood disorders.

It’s an honest and hopeful conversation about recovery, awareness and improving care for women.

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In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by mental health nurses Jayne and Diane to discuss the often overlooked role of hormones in women’s mental health.

Drawing on their experience working in mental health services, they share how hormonal changes are rarely considered when women present with symptoms such as anxiety, depression or mood changes. As a result, many women are given psychiatric diagnoses and medications without anyone exploring whether hormones may be contributing.

Together they discuss the impact this can have on women’s lives, the need for better education for healthcare professionals and why simple questions about hormones should become routine in mental health care.

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In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by consultant psychiatrist Dr Gareth Jarvis to explore the important, and often overlooked, connection between hormones and mental health.  

Louise and Gareth discuss how hormonal changes can often contribute to depression, anxiety, sleep disturbance and severe mental illnesses. They also explore why psychiatrists are rarely trained to consider hormones as part of their assessment and treatment, despite clear evidence of the impact of the hormones progesterone, estradiol and testosterone on brain function, mood regulation and long-term mental health. 

This episode highlights the importance of curiosity, education and collaboration across specialties.  

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In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by journalist and author Joe Warner to discuss his new book exploring menopause from a partner’s perspective. It’s called “Burning Up, Frozen Out: What Every Man Needs to Know About the Menopause (But No One Told You)”

Louise and Joe explore how hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can often affect mood, cognition, sexual function and emotional connection, and discuss the role partners can play in recognising symptoms, supporting medical appointments, and helping women navigate complex and often confusing healthcare systems.

This episode is a powerful reminder that perimenopause and menopause do not justaffect women in isolation. With the right knowledge and support, partners canbecome advocates, allies and an essential part of improving outcomes and strengthening relationships.

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In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by urologist, educator and hormone health advocate Dr Kelly Casperson to challenge some of the most persistent myths surrounding testosterone and women’s health. Drawing on both clinical experience and scientific evidence, they explore why testosterone is not just a “male hormone”, but an important hormone for women too, influencing brain health, energy, mood, sexual function and overall wellbeing.

Louise and Kelly discuss how historical misunderstandings, stigma and perceived lack of research in women have shaped current attitudes to testosterone, and why confusion between natural testosterone and synthetic anabolic steroidscontinues to create unnecessary fear. They also reflect on the importance of education, advocacy and clinician training to ensure women can have access to this important hormone.

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