EP 424 Is it ADHD...Or Hormones? The Perimenopause Misdiagnosis with Adele Wimsett.

In this conversation, I sit down with Adele Wimsett to explore a growing and often misunderstood topic: ADHD symptoms in perimenopause, and whether they may actually be rooted in hormonal imbalances rather than a true neurodevelopmental condition. We dive into Adele’s research, “The Perfect Storm,” which examines how hormonal fluctuations in naturally menstruating perimenopausal women may influence ADHD-like traits. Together, we discuss: - Why ADHD symptoms and low progesterone/high adrenaline can look nearly identical - The role of the central nervous system in focus, overwhelm, and emotional regulation - How declining progesterone may contribute to anxiety, restlessness, poor sleep, and brain fog - Why many women feel unheard, dismissed, or misdiagnosed - The growing confusion around hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and mainstream messaging on estrogen (which annoys us both!) - Why testing can sometimes add more overwhelm than clarity - The importance of returning to foundations: nutrition, blood sugar balance, sleep, and circadian rhythm We also walk through a more grounded approach: - Start with lifestyle and nervous system support - Assess and support hormonal balance (including progesterone) - Then explore ADHD diagnosis and medication if symptoms persist This episode is for women navigating perimenopause who feel overwhelmed, misdiagnosed, or unsure which direction to take with their health. Adele is a Women’s Health Practitioner specializing in the under-supported intersection of ADHD, perimenopause, and the female nervous system. Find our more about Adele and her wonderful work here; Website; https://harmoniseyou.co.uk/ Instagram; https://www.instagram.com/adele_wimsett/ Youtube; @harmoniseyou ▶️ Subscribe for more conversations on metabolism, hormones, and emerging health research. I also appreciate your support on these videos because they actually do take time, especially where studies are involved and I don't monetize them. So if you would like to support me in making my videos or podcasts, and would like me to keep doing it, it would really mean a lot to me if you bought me a coffee - I do love coffee. Thank you so much for your generosity. https://buymeacoffee.com/cmhthanks 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This video is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice.