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flag ADHD symptoms in women often worsen during menopause, menstruation, and postpartum due to falling estrogen levels, a new study of 600 women finds.

flag A new study finds ADHD symptoms in women often worsen during menopause, menstruation, and after childbirth, with 97% of postmenopausal women reporting increased symptoms, over 70% noting worsening after childbirth, and 88% experiencing changes across their menstrual cycle—especially during the luteal phase. flag Researchers suggest declining estrogen levels may reduce brain protection, increasing vulnerability. flag The findings, based on 600 women with ADHD, validate experiences of late-diagnosed women and highlight the need for further research using brain imaging and hormone analysis to improve understanding and treatment.

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