ADHD and the Menstrual Cycle: A New Investigation
ADHD is a condition characterized by difficulties with concentrating, regulating emotions, and sitting still. Many young women living with the condition report that their symptoms appear to worsen during specific periods of their menstrual cycle. To address this potential link, a first-of-its-kind study is being conducted by Queen Mary University and King’s College in London. Dr. Jessica Agnew-Blais, the lead academic on the study, is spearheading this research to investigate these experiences. The study aims to recruit around 50 women who have ADHD and are taking medication for the condition. These participants are being asked to track their menstrual cycles and document the impact of these cycles on their ADHD symptoms and their daily lives more broadly.
Dr. Agnew-Blais has explained the motivations behind her work, noting that past research into ADHD has focused primarily on men and boys. By shifting the focus to the lived experiences of women, the researchers hope to better understand how hormonal fluctuations interact with ADHD management. The project also features insights from two women living with ADHD who describe how their symptoms shift throughout their menstrual cycles. This study, which is covered by the BBC’s “What in the World” program, invites further inquiry into how these patterns affect long-term treatment and daily functioning. Readers interested in their own health symptoms are encouraged to consult qualified medical professionals for personal advice rather than relying on general research findings.
Neymar’s Goal Celebration: Marketing or Personal Tribute?
In the world of professional sports, Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar sparked widespread questions following his goal celebration during a match against Amiens on a Wednesday evening. After opening the scoring via a penalty kick in the League Cup match—which PSG won 2-0—Neymar celebrated by balancing his right shoe on his head. Initially, the gesture was perceived by many as an aggressive marketing tactic to promote his new Nike Puro Fenomeno football boots, a special model featuring his name. The design serves as a continuation of the classic R9 boots, which were created in honor of the Brazilian striker Ronaldo, known as “The Phenomenon.”
However, following the match, Neymar clarified that the celebration was more than just a brand promotion. In a post on his official Instagram account, the athlete explained that the act was a birthday greeting for his friend, João Celso Moraes. Neymar wrote: Whoever knows João Celso Moraes understands my greeting. Whoever doesn’t know him can see the other photos [in the Instagram post] and will understand. Happy birthday, brother, best wishes. The photos referenced by Neymar show Moraes balancing beer glasses on his head. Moraes works for BBM Sports, a sports marketing and accessories firm, and is also associated with GaGa Milano, a watch company for which Neymar serves as a brand ambassador.
Documenting the “Wolf of Wall Street”
In other media developments, Paramount+ has released a new documentary titled “The Real Wolf of Wall Street” from See It Now Studios. The film focuses on the real-life story of Jordan Belfort, an infamous stockbroker, and his brokerage firm, Stratton Oakmont. Howie Gelfand, who served as a former partner at Stratton Oakmont, provides insight into the documentary. Gelfand explains his decision to participate in the project and discusses how the 2013 feature film “The Wolf of Wall Street,” which starred Leonardo DiCaprio, got the real story wrong.
Monitoring Global Data
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