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Hormones, ADHD & the Chaos in Between with Dr. Dara Abraham

Hormones, ADHD & the Chaos in Between with Dr. Dara Abraham

Update: 2025-05-29
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In this episode of Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast, Pete and Nikki sit down with Dr. Dara Abraham—board-certified psychiatrist, women’s mental health expert, and founder of Dr. Dara Psychiatry—to explore the complicated and under-discussed relationship between ADHD and hormones.

Dr. Dara walks us through the key hormonal transitions across the lifespan—puberty, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, and menopause—and how each stage uniquely disrupts ADHD symptoms and medication effectiveness. She shares why estrogen is your brain’s best friend, how hormonal shifts wreak havoc on dopamine regulation, and why women are so often dismissed when seeking help. From the science of hormone replacement therapy to practical tips for self-advocacy and lifestyle support, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the double whammy of ADHD and hormonal change.

Whether you’re struggling with brain fog, sleep disruptions, or medication that suddenly stopped working—there’s help, there’s hope, and Dr. Dara is here to share it.

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  • (00:00 ) - Welcome to Taking Control: The ADHD Podcast

  • (02:34 ) - Support The Show: Become a Patron!

  • (03:34 ) - Marker 3

  • (03:47 ) - Introducing Dr. Dara Abraham • Hormones & ADHD



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Hormones, ADHD & the Chaos in Between with Dr. Dara Abraham

Hormones, ADHD & the Chaos in Between with Dr. Dara Abraham

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