Menstrual Cycle Hormone Sensitivity in Neurodevelopmental and Mood Disorders: Implications for ADHD, Autism, and Adolescent Suicide Risk

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Thursday, February 26, 2026

Tory Eisenlohr-Moul, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Psychology; Associate Director of Translational Research in Women’s Mental Health, Department of Psychiatry, University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine

For many girls with ADHD, depression, or autism, the menstrual cycle acts as a "symptom amplifier" that worsens symptoms and reduces quality of life. This session will review the emerging science of "hormone-sensitivity," highlighting how shifting our focus to specific hormonal triggers can transform our approach to suicide prevention and personalized care for girls with psychiatric disorders.

Last Updated: 3/13/2026 2:50:16 PM

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