04/02/2026
ADHD & your menstrual cycle 📅
A recent study found that many women with ADHD experience a noticeable increase in ADHD symptoms around their period. Symptoms tend to be most intense during menstruation, alongside low mood, overwhelm, poor focus, and reduced executive function.
Researchers found that mood changes and ADHD symptoms rise together, likely linked to hormonal shifts. Many women also report their ADHD medication feels less effective in the week leading up to and during their period.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not imagining it — your experience is valid. 💜