The Overlap: Why ADHD Symptoms Can Worsen During Menopause
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, executive function, emotional regulation, and impulse control. In women, it often goes undiagnosed until later in life, in part because symptoms tend to be internalised (like inattentiveness or anxiety) rather than externalised (like hyperactivity). Enter menopause. During perimenopause and menopause, levels of estrogen—a hormone that plays a […]
How Therapy Can Help Neurodivergent Clients With Emotional Regulation
Emotions can be intense, unpredictable, and overwhelming—especially for neurodivergent people. If you’re autistic, have ADHD, sensory processing differences, or other neurodivergent traits, chances are you’ve been told you’re “too sensitive,” “overreacting,” or “dramatic.” But the truth is: you’re not broken—your brain just processes the world differently. Emotional regulation isn’t about “controlling” or hiding your feelings. […]