Women With ADD - Symptoms and Diagnosis
For women who suffer from ADD, daily challenges continue well into adulthood. Women with ADD may have trouble meeting the needs of their families, whether they daydream at school or struggle to complete household chores. The symptoms of ADD for women differ to those seen in men. This makes diagnosis and treatment difficult.
Signs and symptoms
Women suffering from ADD may find it difficult to maintain a job or manage household chores, particularly when there are hormonal changes like puberty menopausal and PMS. adhd symptoms in adult women , although not a symptom of ADD is often a co-morbidity with the disorder and is often misdiagnosed by doctors who look for signs that are more common to boys. Women with the hyperactive/impulsive subtype of ADD are impatient visibly or internally, jump into activities without thinking and speak and act impulsively. Minor irritations, such as waiting in lines or on the phone could lead them to distraction. They also struggle with time management, forgetfulness, and a difficult time concentrating on their tasks. They may have a tendency to fidget and sleep poor. They could be susceptible to anxiety and depression, which are often misdiagnosed as bipolar disorder.
Diagnosis
The symptoms of women are less well-known than men's, making it difficult to determine. Doctors often look for certain symptoms that are more common in boys and aren't aware of the subtleties of the disorder since it affects girls, particularly during puberty, PMS or menopausal perimenopausal estrogen levels decline. Depression is also common in women suffering from ADD and needs to be treated. You will be able to better understand your symptoms and the condition by reading a few books on ADD/ADHD prior to seeing a doctor. You will feel more confident and comfortable when you are going through the process of diagnosing.