The Relationship Between Decreasing Estrogen Levels in Perimenopause & ADHD Severity

The onset of perimenopause, specifically the decrease in estrogen levels, can significantly impact women with ADHD. Many women may have coped well with their ADHD symptoms until their late 30s when perimenopause begins. The gradual decline of estrogen levels during this time makes it difficult for women to cope with ADHD symptoms, leading to increased severity. This connection between perimenopause and ADHD is often overlooked by physicians who treat ADHD. Additionally, women face the unfair reality that men can have higher estrogen levels than women of the same age. Men's estrogen levels remain steady, allowing for a more consistent experience of ADHD symptoms, while women's symptoms may fluctuate. These findings highlight the need for awareness and addressing the impact of decreasing estrogen levels in perimenopause on ADHD severity in women.