ADHD and hormones (Catie Osborn’s story)

Catie Osborn’s ADHD flew under the radar until she had to get an
ovary removed in her late 20s. Left with one ovary ( “Han
Solo-vary”), she experienced a hormone shift that made her ADHD
symptoms much more noticeable.  


Catie is a former “gifted kid” who excelled in school. Growing
up, she didn’t fit ADHD stereotypes, aside from being a bit
messy. Once she was diagnosed, she started seeing ADHD flags
everywhere. Hear what she’s learned from her experience and her
work, like how hormones — especially in people who get periods —
can impact ADHD symptoms. 


Catie, aka catieosaurus on TikTok, is a certified sex educator,
neurodivergency specialist, and co-host of the podcast Catie
and Erik’s Infinite Quest: An ADHD Adventure.  


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