How ADHD Science Fails Women in Menopause
ADDitude Magazine
Menopause significantly worsens ADHD symptoms in women, affecting up to 97.5% of those with the condition, yet standard assessments like the ASRS fail to capture the full impact of these changes. Women report increased difficulties with attention, emotional regulation, and daily functioning, which are not reflected in their ASRS scores across different hormonal stages. This highlights a critical gap in ADHD research and the need for more accurate, lifespan-inclusive assessment tools that account for hormonal transitions.
All articles from 30 October 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.