Hormonal changes can significantly affect how ADHD symptoms show up throughout the menstrual cycle and during major life transitions like puberty, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. Understanding the link between ADHD and hormones can help explain why your focus, energy, and emotional regulation seem to shift from one week to the next. Many women and AuDHD individuals notice periods of sharper focus, steadier energy, and improved emotional regulation during certain phases