Menopause

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Does HRT cause weight gain?

26th March 2023

No Shopping for a Year! It’s nearly the end of March and I still haven’t bought any new clothes. I must admit it isn’t easy but it is saving me a fortune! However, my weight is still not changing and is really starting to affect my confidence now. It’s a really hard one to talk […]

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ADHD in adult women

4th January 2023

As an undiagnosed (referred, awaiting formal assessment) 48-year-old woman with ADHD, I quite often feel as if I’m stuck in limbo. Knowing that you are ADHD, but not being diagnosed means that sometimes you are unable to access services or support you would be able to if diagnosed. However, it also means you are increasingly […]

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Brain Fog | ADHD | Menopause | Me

Brain Fog – What is it?

18th September 2022

So what exactly is Brain Fog? “Brain fog” is an umbrella term that includes forgetfulness, poor concentration, trouble finding words and confusion. You may have symptoms like: mental fatigue or sleepiness forgetfulness a cloudy or daydreamy feeling an inability to concentrate or focus distraction loss of motivation a feeling of overwhelm an inability to find […]

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