Women With ADD - Symptoms and Diagnosis
Women who suffer from ADD face challenges every day into adulthood. Women who suffer from ADD might have difficulty meeting their family's needs whether they dream at school or struggle to complete household chores. The symptoms are different for women, and in contrast to the more well-known symptoms in men, so diagnosis and treatment can be challenging.
Signs and symptoms
Women who suffer from ADD may find it difficult to maintain jobs or handle household chores, particularly when there are hormonal changes such as puberty, PMS, and perimenopausal. Depression, although not a symptom of ADD, frequently coexists with the disorder and is often incorrectly diagnosed by doctors looking for signs that are that are more typical of males. Women with the hyperactive/impulsive subtype of ADD are impatient visibly or internally, jump into activities without thinking and speak and act impulsively. Small irritations, like waiting in line or on the phone could lead them to the point of distraction. They also have issues with managing time, forgetfulness, and difficulty concentrating on tasks. They are often fidgety and sleep poorly. try here are also susceptible to anxiety and depression, which is often mistakenly referred to as bipolar disorder.
Diagnosis
Since the symptoms of women with ADD are less recognized than the men's It can be a challenge to diagnose. Doctors tend to concentrate on certain symptoms that are more prevalent in boys, but overlook the subtleties related to the symptoms of ADD in girls. This is especially the case during menopausal changes, puberty and perimenopausal periods, as well as PMS when estrogen levels drop. Depression is also common in women suffering from ADD and must be treated. You will be able to better understand your symptoms and the condition by reading a few books about ADD/ADHD prior to seeing an expert. You will feel more confident and relaxed while going through the diagnostic process.