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PMDD: Why women with ADHD are 4x more likely to struggle | Hyperfocus

Podcast: The ADHD Channel for Women (formerly MissUnderstood)
Published: Apr 16, 2026
Duration seconds: 1210
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Summary

Hyperfocus listener Jenna Plonsky opens a raw conversation about ADHD, late diagnosis, and the mental health struggles many women face in silence. From postpartum depression to PMDD, this episode explores how hormonal shifts intersect with neurodivergence — and why so many go undiagnosed for decades. It’s an honest look at shame, self-perception, and the turning point that comes with finally understanding your brain.