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https://www.iampsychiatry.uk/adult-adhd-in-women/

ADHD Traits in Women Verywell Health acknowledges the fact that gender and sexuality are based on biology including the bodys chromosomal makeup as well as hormones A lot of people do not fit neatly into a binary sexuality Genre and gender can influence how ADHD symptoms are diagnosed and treated ADHD is diagnosed in the early years of childhood typically before age 12 The symptoms must be present before age 12 and cause problems in more than one setting to be able to receive a diagnosis 1 Problems with Focusing Inattention is at the heart of ADHD and is an issue for everyone Women may have a tougher to concentrate particularly because symptoms can manifest differently than men Women are more likely to be prone to disorganization and indecisiveness for instance They also are more likely to be emotionally triggered and have difficulty putting things in perspective These issues can cause an inability to concentrate on work which can lead to a decrease in productivity at work or home They are also more likely to not remember their medication or miss doctors appointments The hormones that women experience as well as these innate differences can exacerbate ADHD symptoms Females have a bigger hippocampus that aids in learning and memory as well as hormonal fluctuations during the menstrual cycle and during pregnancy breastfeeding and menopause can affect their brains functioning Women who are not diagnosed with ADHD may struggle in their relationships at school and at work They might also suffer from a variety of comorbid disorders including depression anxiety and eating disorders In these circumstances it is crucial for health professionals to be aware of the various clues that females with ADHD often show They need to rethink their methods for diagnosing and treating females suffering from ADHD to take into account hormonal fluctuations and emotional dysregulation That way these patients will receive the treatment they need 2 Impulsivity Women suffering from ADHD often have trouble controlling their emotions This is especially true when they are interacting with others This can result in emotional dysregulation which is a major component of ADHD symptoms and is linked to a variety of negative life outcomes These include poor selfesteem cooccurring depression and anxiety difficult relationships which can lead to intimate partner violence trouble with friendships and a messy home or personal space and a failure to manage time or money Gender stereotypes can also affect the way women who suffer from ADHD are treated Because they are frequently perceived as being more sensitive or prone to mood swings they could be misunderstood or dismissed as emotionally unstable This can cause them to feel more frustrated over being diagnosed with ADHD The impulse control portion of the brain referred to as the prefrontal cortex is affected in people with ADHD women and adhd are more difficult to make decisions and executing their intentions This could make you want to eat more cake or make an inappropriate comment For adults with ADHD medications can help to increase their ability to manage their impulses Stimulants such as amphetamine and dextroamphetamine may reduce impulsive behavior Nonstimulants such as clonidine or guanfacine are also effective Patients with ADHD may also benefit from behavioral therapy which helps them change their thinking patterns and develop healthier coping techniques Meditation and eating a balanced diet and getting enough sleep can all help control restlessness and impulsiveness in people suffering from ADHD It is important to keep track of their symptoms throughout the day and share the information with their doctor to determine if the treatment regimen is effective 3 Disorganization Disorganization can be a problem for those suffering from ADHD and can affect their professional and personal life It could take them longer to complete their tasks and reduce their efficiency They might also fail to meet deadlines and feel overwhelmed on a daily basis Inability to organize can cause problems in maintaining healthy relationships They may forget important dates or lose things like purses or keys In the end they might feel lonely and alone They can also feel misunderstood by family and friends The disorder can become more severe in menopausal or perimenopausal women when hormones shift and symptoms become more severe It is not uncommon for women to mask their ADHD symptoms in order to conform with societal norms and avoid being judged This can lead women to blame themselves and feel guilt or shame It could be a reason for why women and girls arent diagnosed with ADHD This is particularly during adolescence when symptoms are more apparent Women with untreated ADHD might have a poor performance at school or at work This could have a negative impact on their job grades or reputation This can also cause problems for their personal life For instance it may lead to difficulties with romantic partners or strained relationships with family and friends Women who are chronically disorganized will benefit from the oneon1 support of a nonjudgmental person They can teach them strategies to get and stay organized such as making an agenda of the daily tasks and creating reminders for them Additionally a certified mental health professional may recommend medications and lifestyle changes to reduce ADHD symptoms This may include eating smaller meals throughout the day to ensure steady energy and avoiding caffeine which can increase the side effects of stimulant medications 4 Indecisiveness Indecisiveness is a characteristic that affects decision making across a wide range of aspects of life A variety of instruments have been developed to measure indecisiveness including the Decision Behaviors Inventory BarkleyLevenson and Fox and the Indecisiveness Scale Indecisiveness has also been associated with neuroticism and the tendency to think of worstcase scenarios This is when people interpret ambiguous circumstances as being dangerous It has also been proven to be correlated with a fear of being wrong which may help explain why its common for people suffering from adhd to have difficulty making decisions In the study of qualitative research on adult women with adhd interviewed the participants said they were not in a position to make choices about their professional and personal lives They struggled to manage their finances and relationships and had difficulty finding a job that they liked They often waited for others to make decisions or were unable to finish projects such as arranging childcare They often felt like they were restricted by their ADHD symptoms like difficulties in starting staying focused and impulsivity They struggled to keep relationships and had trouble relaxing leading to problems with their mental health They reported anxiety and stress sleeping insufficiently and having poor nutrition They also expressed feeling slighted by adults and the media The diagnosis of ADHD gave them a reason for their difficulties which was beneficial for selfesteem since it meant they werent blamed for their own problems They also had access to the appropriate treatment The interviews revealed that women were extremely positive but struggled to overcome the effects of ADHD in different areas of their lives These included a lack romantic or career opportunities and difficulties in maintaining relationships an unclean home 5 Insecurity about oneself Certain of the symptoms that are a part of ADHD are seen as less socially acceptable for girls and women than they are for men and boys so some women hide their hyperactivity impulsivity and disorganization They also may take on their ADHD symptoms and develop coping mechanisms like selfharm cutting burns scratching cutting This can result in feelings of selfesteem loss which can lead to anxiety depression or eating disorders A strong sense of selfesteem and worth is the precursor to more positive relationships and a positive outlook on life People who lack selfworth tend to look beyond themselves for validation like jobs relationships as well as money and power Licensed therapist Cheryl Clarke says this can also cause an absence of communication in relationships which could ultimately end it Women with ADHD may also feel that they are not worthy of good things in their lives These feelings may manifest as a desire to please or keep up with others This can cause toxic workplaces as well as a negative selfimage and an addiction of substance or food Although these are significant challenges however the women who took part in this study found many positive aspects of living with ADHD They described ADHD as a blessing or a curse depending on the way they perceive their ability to manage it Some of them have also identified their own strengths that they believe are partially due to their ADHD They have high energy creativity and determination as well as the ability to effortlessly become interested in new subjects They also describe their unique challenges as part of a larger picture that includes cultural and family issues as in addition to gender and biological differences