The impact of the perimenopause on ADHD

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Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, involves significant hormonal fluctuations that can impact various aspects of health, including the symptoms of ADHD.

 

ADHD affects approximately 4% of adults in the UK, with a significant proportion being women. Hormonal cycles, including menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause, can influence ADHD symptoms due to fluctuations in oestrogen and progesterone.

 

Perimenopause, in particular, is a critical period where these hormonal shifts can exacerbate ADHD symptoms, necessitating a tailored approach to management.

 

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ADHD and Menopause Clinic

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Kate Organ is an ADHD assessor, BMS Menopause Specialist and consultant pharmacist specialising in hormone-related mental health. With nearly 20 years’ experience working in UK mental health services, Kate brings extensive expertise to a highly specialised area of women’s health, supporting women through the complex interaction between hormones, menopause, neurodivergence and mental wellbeing.

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Kate works with many women experiencing neurodivergence during perimenopause, particularly where hormonal changes can significantly affect ADHD symptoms and overall emotional regulation. Her approach considers both ADHD and menopause together, recognising that effective support often requires a dual perspective rather than treating each issue in isolation.