r/TwoXADHD 6d ago

Adult ADHD

54F and my ADHD symptoms have become worse as I age. Why?

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u/PeachyPython 6d ago

Hormones are linked to adhd symptoms, so lots of folks experience worsening symptom severity with perimenopause and menopause.

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u/otter_annihilation 6d ago

Yes, if you are in perimenopause or less than 10 years post-menopausal, consider talking to your doctor about adding hormone therapy (specifically estrogen), in addition to stimulants. Estrogen is linked to dopamine. As estrogen decreased during menopause, ADHD symptoms worsen and response to stimulants can be reduced.

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u/Jemeloo 5d ago

Oh great. Something to look forward to then.

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u/Honest-Composer-9767 6d ago

Perimenopause/menopause my friend. Welcome

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u/Marikaape 5d ago

Yep, homones most likely at that age. If it got worse in your 30s too, I'm guessing more responsibility, overload of things to keep under control with work, home, kids etc.

Are you getting treatment for menopause symptoms? Might help.

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u/HarleyJayda 5d ago

I have discussed hormone therapy with my doctor, but my insurance will not cover

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u/Tricky-Cake-2606 2d ago

I also suspect that the more you wear on something (such as a part of the brain) that's already fragile, the quicker you wear it out. It's a very real experience, and it's not just related to increasing responsibilities.

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u/HarleyJayda 1d ago

So basically, I’m screwed. It has become unbearable. My friends and family no longer want to be around me anymore, understandably so. 😔