Perimenopause Begins Earlier and Hits Harder for Women with ADHD
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Women with ADHD may experience perimenopause earlier and with more severe symptoms than women without ADHD, according to a study published in European Psychiatry. The research found that women with ADHD reported the most severe perimenopausal symptoms between the ages of 35 and 39, nearly a decade earlier than their neurotypical peers. Fluctuating estrogen levels and associated symptoms like hot flashes and sleep disturbances may exacerbate ADHD symptoms, highlighting the need for timely medical evaluation.
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