In this episode, we're kicking off a mini-series focusing on common concerns for women over 40, specifically how perimenopause can impact brain health. Many women experience menopause symptoms like difficulty with concentration and mental fatigue, often mistaking them for other conditions. Join us as we discuss these changes and offer insights to help you understand your body during this stage of life.

In this video, you'll learn:

• Why ADHD symptoms are often missed in women

• How perimenopause can mimic ADHD symptoms

• Why many women discover ADHD after age 40

• The brain chemistry behind focus and motivation

• Clues that help you tell the difference between ADHD and hormonal changes

If your focus, memory, and mental clarity suddenly feel different, you’re not lazy, and you’re not “losing your mind.” Understanding the brain-hormone connection can help you find the right support and solutions.

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Timestamps:

00:00 ADHD or Perimenopause? Why Midlife Women Get Misdiagnosed

00:47 ADHD Symptoms vs Perimenopause Symptoms: The Overlap

01:27 What Is Executive Function & Why Does It Decline in Midlife

02:05 How Estrogen Affects Dopamine and ADHD Symptoms

03:22 Why Women Get Diagnosed With ADHD After 40

05:11 How to Tell ADHD From Perimenopause Brain Fog

05:40 Signs It Might Be ADHD and Not Just Hormones

07:01 Can You Have Both ADHD and Perimenopause?

07:36 ADHD vs Hormonal Treatment: Why the Right Diagnosis Matters

07:59 Key Takeaways: ADHD and Perimenopause in Women

09:15 Disclaimer #Perimenopause#ADHDWomen#BrainFog#MidlifeHealth#MenopauseBrain