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ADD Symptoms in Women
Women who suffer from ADD are often misunderstood, or dismissed as being overly emotional. For some, small inconveniences like standing in lines or waiting in line can lead them into rage or distraction.
Stereotypes about gender can also obscure symptoms making it difficult to identify and diagnose. At Amen Clinics, we use brain imaging to determine whether a woman has undetected ADHD.
Hyperactivity
Women suffering from ADHD often find themselves overwhelmed by their daily tasks. They may feel like a constant mess or chaos and struggle to find the help they require from family and friends. They also have a difficult time handling criticism and stress which makes them more prone to depression and anxiety. Women with ADHD are also more likely to engage in sexually risky actions, like promiscuity or casual sexual activity. These situations can result in sexually transmitted illnesses as well as unplanned pregnancy, low self-esteem and feelings of shame.
Some psychologists are building up research on ADHD among adult women. Julia Rucklidge, a PhD student at the University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is leading one of these efforts. Her and her colleagues are focusing on females with comorbid disorders like anxiety and depression. These co-occurring disorders can be a source of confusion or even worsen ADHD, affecting the capacity of a woman to function at work, home, and school.
Rucklidge explains that many of the same biases that affect both genders make it difficult to identify ADHD in girls and women. Rating scales tend to favor male behavior, and a female may have less effective coping strategies at school or at work. Women who have hyperactive ADHD symptoms are often dismissed as aggressive or irrational and are more likely to conceal their symptoms to fit in better.
All three types of ADHD share a number of behavioral signs. Women can experience inattentive ADHD, hyperactive/impulsive ADHD, or mixed symptoms. They might be agitated, fidgety or constantly moving around and disruptive and disorganized, forgetful and impatient inability and unwilling to wait for their turn, and susceptible to mood swings.
Inattentiveness
Although the hyperactive or impulsive symptoms of ADHD are more well-known, inattentional ADHD can be just as destructive for adults and children alike. It can be difficult to keep track of your time effectively and keep track of all your daily tasks. Children may miss important deadlines in school, or a worker may forget important meetings. Inattentive ADHD can also cause relationships problems when other people are annoyed when a partner or co-worker is frequently lost in thought.
It's easy to ignore or dismiss the non-hyperactive signs of ADHD because they are less obvious than typical symptoms. Children who have inattentive ADHD are often mistaken for lazy or uncooperative children because they don't heed the instructions of their teachers or parents or daydream during class. Adults with inattentive ADHD are also often missed because their symptoms might not be as obvious as their peers with impulsivity or hyperactivity.
The signs of inattention ADHD can include having trouble staying focused, easily distracted and having difficulty paying attention to the smallest details and poor listening skills and frequent misplacement of belongings. Inattentive ADHD can be exacerbated or made worse by stress, anxiety and other disorders like insomnia, depression, nutrition, medication side-effects (especially stimulant medications), poor diet, and nutritional deficiencies.
Inattentional ADHD is more prevalent among women and girls than other ADD presentation, but it is often not properly diagnosed and treated. This is due to a number of factors, including the particular symptoms, higher rates of anxiety and affective disorders in females, and rating scales that favor male behavior. Additionally, hormonal fluctuations throughout the menstrual cycle may significantly impact how inattentive ADHD symptoms appear.
Impulsiveness
People who have difficulty controlling their impulses experience a feeling of tension or excitement before they decide to act in response to their impulses. They also have trouble resisting impulses, even if they know that the act is harmful or dangerous. In the end, they usually feel regret or guilt.
Children tend to act in impulsive ways as they learn about the consequences of their actions. It's also a symptom of certain disorders like ADHD, antisocial personalities disorder and pyromania.
The tendency to be impulsive could indicate that you have a mental health condition such as bipolar disorder, stroke or brain tumor or a chronic medical problem such as heart disease or diabetes. Certain substances, like alcohol, can cause inhibitions to be broken and lead you to act recklessly.
A lack of control over your impulses can impact your relationships, career, and everyday life. If you have ADHD for instance, impulsive behavior can disrupt your routine and impact your ability to manage money or work. Interrupting people when they're talking, blurting out answers to questions, and having difficulty waiting in line are all signs. Adults, impulsive behavior can include shopping on a decision and spending too much money or watching a lot of television.
It's crucial to understand the distinction between impulsive and compulsive behavior. While impulsive behaviors are spontaneous, compulsive behaviors are repetitive and ritualistic. For instance, placing the hand in the fire to check if it's on is an impulsive act, while checking the stove frequently to make sure it's off is a routine behavior. Researchers don't know why men are more than women. They speculate that environmental factors, genetics and hormonal changes in the adolescent and adulthood years could contribute to the differences.
Agitation
Stress or a medical condition can trigger a feeling of agitation and anger. It can cause someone to feel anxious, excited, or nervous, and it can lead to aggression or suicidal behavior. People who are stressed frequently have trouble getting to sleep and could be having issues with their relationships and work.
If a person feels agitated often, they should speak to their doctor. The doctor may want them to try medication or therapy. They should also visit the hospital in case they experience chest pain or breathing problems that could indicate heart attacks.
Sometimes agitation can be an indication of depression. Depression can trigger feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair. People who are depressed may also have agitation, which is often combined with anxiety and restlessness. This is called agitated depressive disorder, and experts don't know how it differs from other kinds.
Other times, agitation is an indication of a mental health condition like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. These conditions can render a person unable to distinguish between what is real and not. People who have these conditions might feel that they can't sit still, and may move around or shake their hands.
Agitation can also be a side effect of some medications, including antipsychotic drugs. Patients taking these medications should consult with their doctor if they feel agitated regularly. Doctors may prescribe a medicine that does not have this effect. Apart from these medications one can attempt to reduce their agitation by avoiding situations that can stress them out and eating a healthy diet and getting enough rest.
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Women who suffer from depression are afflicted with a serious mental health problem that can cause feelings of sadness, hopelessness and worthlessness. It can also lead to issues with eating, sleeping and focusing. Women need to seek treatment for depression when they begin to notice symptoms. This can help prevent the symptoms from becoming worse and could even prevent the relapse of depression.
Research indicates that women are more likely to experience depression than men. This is thought to be due to the multiple roles women have in their lives, like being a mother, wife, and wife which can cause burnout or stress. Women are also more likely to have hormonal changes that can cause depression, for instance when they are pregnant or after menopausal.
It is possible that certain women have a higher chance of developing depression due to an earlier history of depression, or a family background of it. This is also the case for women with an insecure self-esteem or have faced issues related to sexuality or body image.
Some of the specific symptoms that can be seen in women who suffer from depression include a lack of energy sleeplessness, insomnia and thoughts of death or suicide. Additionally women suffering from depression may also feel feelings of guilt or shame. Women tend to blame themselves for their depressed mood and this is made worse by having to take care of their children and family members. symptoms of adult attention deficit disorder can ease these symptoms. However, it's crucial to seek out professional advice from a medical professional.
