Menstruation and adhd

Andrew Huberman discusses various aspects of ADHD but doesn't specifically talk about the relationship between menstruation and ADHD. However, he addresses ADHD's genetic component, explaining that if you have a close relative with ADHD, there's a much higher probability that you will have it as well because it appears to have a strong genetic component related to how specific neural circuits in the brain wire up 1.

He also describes the effectiveness of medication for ADHD, which can be extremely helpful when the condition is actually present 2. Nonetheless, he points out that all attention deficit issues are not necessarily rooted in ADHD—as anxiety, depression, poor sleep, diet, stress, and trauma can all affect attention 2.

For ADHD in children, proper diagnosis and treatment, including prescription medication, can lead to normalization of neural circuits and increased dopamine transmission later in life 3. However, he also warns about the long-term risks of medication—such as the potential impact on growth, development, and hormone levels—and emphasizes the importance of not undermining critical biological systems 4 5.

For those looking for non-pharmacological approaches, Dr. Becky Kennedy provides strategies for parents to work with their energetic children rather than suppressing their urges, fostering better communication and teamwork to allow for self-regulation and expression, which may be beneficial for children with energetic tendencies or ADHD 6.

Despite not covering the specific interaction between menstruation and ADHD in the available clips, the provided information may lend insights into understanding ADHD more broadly and some approaches that might be useful for managing it.

Andrew Huberman has discussed various aspects of the menstrual cycle, providing insights into its biology, the phases involved, and how it can affect certain behaviors and physical symptoms:

• The menstrual cycle's primary function is to allow the fertilization of an egg, with hormonal changes guiding this process. The cycle varies in length across women, averaging 28 days but can range from 21 to 35 days. Consistency in cycle length is important, and significant variability may warrant consultation with a healthcare provider 1.

• The first half of the cycle, the follicular phase, is when follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) triggers the maturation of eggs inside follicles. One egg is eventually selected for potential fertilization while others degenerate 2.

• Hormonal headaches often occur when estrogen and progesterone levels are lowest, such as before menstruation. Dr. Huberman explains that this phenomenon is due to the changes in hormones that affect the vasodilation-vasoconstriction system 3.

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  Andrew explains the biology of the menstrual cycle, including ovulation and fertilization. He clarifies common misconceptions about the length of the cycle and its relationship to the lunar cycle.

  

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• There is evidence that women experience increased libido before ovulation due to spikes in FSH, luteinizing hormone (LH), and androgens like DHEA and testosterone 4. Some women may also experience malaise or sensitivity to caffeine during different phases of their cycle, and these experiences can be highly individual.

• Dr. Huberman also notes that there is no causal relationship between the menstrual cycle and the lunar cycle, despite a common misconception and similar average durations 1.

• Interestingly, studies have found that men rate women's odors as particularly attractive during the pre-ovulatory phase of their menstrual cycle, and women also show a preference for certain male odors and physical symmetry during this phase—effects not present in women using oral contraception 5.

These clips show that the menstrual cycle is a complex interplay of hormones and physiological changes that can also impact certain behaviors, perceptions, and experiences.

The retrieved clips did not address the topic of amphetamine use in relation to the menstrual cycle directly. In the search results, there were discussions of caffeine and its effects on performance throughout the menstrual cycle, as well as broader topics about hormone levels in relationships and supplements for focus. Thus, it appears that the Huberman Lab does not contain specific information on amphetamines and their effects on the menstrual cycle based on the available data. If you're interested in this topic for health or medical reasons, I would advise consulting with a healthcare professional.

The search within the Huberman Lab data did not yield specific research articles on the relationship between amphetamines and menstruation. The podcast, while a fantastic resource for science-based information, does not serve as a repository for research papers.

For research articles on this topic, I would recommend accessing databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, or academic journals related to pharmacology, endocrinology, and women's health. These resources can provide peer-reviewed articles and scientific studies that delve into the effects of amphetamines on hormonal health and the menstrual cycle. If you're looking for insights from discussions on scientific literature within the podcast context, I can help summarize relevant episodes or clips if they exist within the data.