Epi 9 : PMS or Something More? Why Neurodivergent Women Are Hit Harder
👀 Ever feel like a totally different person the week before your period?Not just moody — but anxious, ragey, shut down, or like you want to quit your job, run away, or scream into a pillow...Then your period starts, and suddenly… you’re okay again?Yeah. This one’s for you.💥 In this episode, we unpack:🧠 Why monthly hormones hit harder when you're neurodivergent (think: ADHD, autism, sensory sensitivity)🌀 How dopamine, estrogen & serotonin impact your mood, focus, and parenting capacity at certain times of the cycle📅 What each phase of the cycle does to your brain (and why some moms thrive while bleeding 😳)🔥 The real signs of PMDD and why up to 92% of autistic women may have it🙈 How it can feel like an outer-body experience — seeing yourself unravel, but not being able to stop it👩👧 Why motherhood makes this all more intense (and more invisible)💡 Whether you’re diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or just relate a little too much, this episode will help you:✔️ Understand your cycle through a neurodivergent lens✔️ Learn what’s actually happening in your brain✔️ Ditch the shame and start tracking patterns instead of blaming yourself🎧 Listen in if you’ve ever said:“I feel like a different person every week.”“My PMS feels like I’m losing my mind.”“I get ragey, overwhelmed, and disconnected — then totally fine again.”You’re not dramatic. You’re not unstable.This is real, it’s biological, and it’s more common than anyone talks about.📲 Connect with me on Instagram @quirkymindsmatter to join the community, your story might just echo in the comments. 🎧 How to Rate or Follow on Spotify (Mobile App): 👉 Spotify doesn’t allow written reviews (yet!), but you can rate the show and follow it to show your support: Open the Spotify app on your phone. Search for the podcast (e.g., Quickie Minds Matter) and tap on it. Right under the podcast title, tap the “★” (star icon) to rate the show. Choose the number of stars (5 is always appreciated! ⭐️). Tap the “Follow” button so you never miss a new episode. ⭐️ How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts (iPhone/iPad): Open the Apple Podcasts app on your device. Tap the Search icon at the bottom right. Type in the name of the podcast (e.g., Quickie Minds Matter) and select it. Scroll down past the list of episodes until you see “Ratings & Reviews.” Tap “Write a Review.” Choose a star rating (5 stars if you love it 💛). Enter a title and write your review. Tap “Send” or “Save” in the top right corner. YOUR SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED.
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