Illumination Women’s Health Blog
The Mind Matters - ADHD in Women and Hormones
ADHD is often thought of as a condition primarily affecting young children (often young boys), but this view overlooks a crucial group who also suffer from ADHD: Women! ADHD in women is a complex condition, and hormonal fluctuations can significantly influence the experience of symptoms. Whether it’s the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, or menopause, these hormonal changes can impact a woman’s ability to focus, manage tasks, and regulate emotions.
The Mind Matters – You’re Just Being Emotional
Many of us have had people say “You’re just being emotional!” While it may be true that we are being emotional, it doesn’t mean we should ignore it, just hope it gets better on its own or let it define us. Read our latest blog post on mental health in menopausal women and understand the connection between the role of hormones in mental health.
Shredding the Silence on Menopause
You’ve seen my previous blog posts on menopause like Waiting it out and Hormone Therapy is Dangerous.
I have got some new and exciting news!!! Are you ready?????
Menopause Mystery Series - Hormone Therapy is Dangerous
So, finally!!! Menopause and suffering women are getting much needed attention. Newer research is uncovering some of the misconceptions and faults with the WHI study and there are treatment options for women that are safe. MHT is the most effective treatment for hot flashes and night sweats. MHT has been shown to increase quality of life, improve sleep and mood. For women 60 years or younger whom have bothersome symptoms and are within 10 years of menopause the benefit of therapy generally outweighs the risk.
Menopause Mystery Series - Waiting it out
You have scheduled an appointment with your provider and were told that this is normal, “you are just getting older” and nothing needs to be done. You begin to feel as if there are no options other than to wait it out and struggle through these changes. However, you have options and there are people that can help you with your menopausal symptoms. You don’t have to wait things out and you don’t need to navigate this alone.