Mad With The Menopause19 Joulu 2025

#034– Hormones and Hyperfocus: Dr. Helen Wall on the Menopause ADHD Link

Dr. Helen Wall is a Senior GP Partner, GP Trainer in Bolton, and runs an NHS menopause clinic with a particular interest in the crossover of ADHD and hormones, including why symptoms of ADHD often magnify during perimenopause and menopause.

Dr. Helen is dedicated to helping women who are being diagnosed with ADHD later in life, and those who feel their hormonal symptoms are dismissed or misdiagnosed as anxiety or mood disorders.

Look out for Dr. Helen’s forthcoming book, (out in 2026) Menopause and ADHD, explores this intersection.

Dr. Wall is well-known as the resident GP on BBC Breakfast and a columnist for Woman magazine.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

Understanding ADHD: A Neurodevelopmental Disorder

The Impact of Perimenopause on ADHD Symptoms

Recognising ADHD Symptoms in Women

The Positive Aspects of ADHD

Navigating the Diagnosis Process of ADHD

Navigating GP Consultation for ADHD

Practical Steps for Managing ADHD

Medication and Its Role in ADHD Management

Supporting Women with ADHD and Menopause

Resources and Community Support for ADHD

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Website: https://adhduk.co.uk/

Good Read: The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Toolkit by Kate Moryoussef

Instagram: @doctorhelenwall

Website: https://tvhealthdoctor.com/

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail: info@madwiththemenopause.com

Instagram: @anel.quilliam

DISCLAIMER:

The views of mine and those of my guests are just that. I therefore urge you to take advise from your medical practitioner, who knows your medical history and can therefore provide advice specific to your needs.

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