Males and females of all ages may experience a disruption or imbalance in hormones. While this is most commonly seen in the 30s and 40s, it also may occur as early as the 20s. Most of the population is aware of menopause and the commonly-associated symptoms such as hot flashes or night sweats, but many are unaware of the other, life-changing effects hormone imbalances may occur. Common symptoms of hormone imbalance may include: Difficulty sleeping or disrupted sleep patterns