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How Hormones and Menopause Impact on Women with ADHD - Adele Wimsett

Aug 20, 2024
Adele Wimsett, a specialist in helping women balance hormones naturally, shares her journey of being diagnosed with ADHD at 41. She dives into the complex interplay between hormones like estrogen and progesterone and their effects on ADHD symptoms, especially during menopause. Adele emphasizes the importance of understanding hormonal cycles to improve mental health and advocates for an 'ADHD-friendly' lifestyle. She also discusses the need for personalized health strategies and greater awareness of gender biases in ADHD treatment.
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INSIGHT

Hormonal Differences Between Sexes

  • Women's hormones fluctuate cyclically throughout the month, impacting every system in their bodies, including mood and cognitive function.
  • Men's hormone levels, primarily testosterone, are more linear and decline steadily over time.
INSIGHT

Hormone Hierarchy

  • The body prioritizes essential hormones like cortisol (stress) and insulin (energy) over sex hormones like estrogen and progesterone.
  • When cortisol and insulin levels are imbalanced, it can negatively affect other hormone levels.
ANECDOTE

Hormone Nicknames

  • Adele Wimsett uses nicknames like "Beyonce" for estrogen (vibrant, social) and "Zen yoga chick" for progesterone (calming).
  • These nicknames help women understand their hormonal impact.
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