Ep. 499 ADHD Is Not What You Think – The Most Misunderstood Condition in Women with Shanna Pearson | Mental Health & Menopause

2025-09-10

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I am delighted to connect with Shanna Pearson today. She is the Founder and President of Expert ADHD Coaching, which is the most extensive ADHD coaching program of its kind in the world, providing one-on-one, action-based coaching for adults who are easily distracted and seeking personal, professional, and financial success. Shanna is also the author of Invisible ADHD. In our discussion, we take a clear and practical look at what ADHD really is. We unpack the chemical changes that occur in the brain, highlighting the gender differences, and exploring why women have become the ...

In our discussion, we take a clear and practical look at what ADHD really is. We unpack the chemical changes that occur in the brain, highlighting the gender differences, and exploring why women have become the lost generation and why so many people get misdiagnosed. We also discuss common conditions that often accompany ADHD, the challenges of social conditioning, and share practical tools for addressing ADHD.

Whether you have ADHD or you struggle with overwhelm, this discussion offers helpful insights and strategies that are sure to make a real difference.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:

What ADHD truly is
The brain biochemistry of those with ADHD
How ADHD differs in men and women
Why Shanna refers to women whose ADHD is undiagnosed until perimenopause or menopause as a lost generation
How ADHD in women often gets misdiagnosed
How hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause impact ADHD symptoms
How societal expectations tend to exacerbate ADHD symptoms in women
Strategies for managing ADHD
Lifestyle factors that are essential for managing ADHD symptoms
How her book, Invisible ADHD, can help anyone struggling with ADHD or overwhelm