Psychiatrist answers ADHD & period questions | Experts Answer

Does ADHD affect periods? Can hormones make ADHD symptoms worse? Board-certified psychiatrist and ADHD specialist Dr. Sasha Hamdani explains the complex relationship between ADHD and the menstrual cycle — from PMS and PMDD to brain fog and impulsivity. She also shares actionable advice for tracking symptoms and talking to your health care provider. 00:00 Intro 00:18 Does ADHD affect periods? 00:51 Can ADHD symptoms fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle? 01:32 Can PMS be more intense in women with ADHD? 02:20 Does ADHD medication affect menstrual symptoms? 03:03 Can hormonal birth control help regulate ADHD symptoms? 03:47 Why do I feel more impulsive and distracted during my period? 04:43 Is brain fog during my period related to ADHD or hormones? 05:31 Can tracking period cycles help manage ADHD symptoms? 06:10 What should I tell my doctor if I think my ADHD symptoms and periods are connected? Questions about learning and thinking differences? Get answers and expert-vetted resources by asking the AI-powered Understood Assistant: https://www.understood.org/en/assista... Learn more: ADHD and periods https://www.understood.org/en/article... A guide to hormones and ADHD https://www.understood.org/en/article... How hormones hijack focus, mood, and energy https://www.understood.org/en/podcast... Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at https://understood.org/give. For more resources, support, and excellent memes, subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow us on: Instagram:   / understoodorg   Facebook:   / understood   TikTok:   / understood.org   Pinterest:   / understoodorg   #ADHD #Periods #WomenWithADHD #PMDD #WomensHealth #PMS #NeurodivergentWomen