Menopause and ADHD

  • Research type

    Research Study

  • Full title

    Menopause and ADHD: Exploring the impact on ADHD symptoms and functioning and understanding the barriers to accessing support - qualitative study

  • IRAS ID

    367889

  • Contact name

    Shafia Khanum

  • Contact email

    shafia.khanum2@nhs.net

  • Sponsor organisation

    Hertfordshire Partnerships NHS Foundation Trust

  • Duration of Study in the UK

    0 years, 11 months, 27 days

  • Research summary

    This research will give an insight into the symptoms of ADHD experienced by menopausal women and whether these have worsened since starting menopause and how these women can be supported better by services with regards to the diagnosis and management of their symptoms. The study may give some insight into the women’s perspectives of care received so far and why they have not sought help for a diagnosis or management previously. This may possibly lead to improved healthcare for women in the field of ADHD and menopause.

  • REC name

    London - Westminster Research Ethics Committee

  • REC reference

    26/LO/0341

  • Date of REC Opinion

    10 Jun 2026

  • REC opinion

    Further Information Favourable Opinion