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ADHD Traits in Women

Verywell Health acknowledges the fact that sex and a gender are based on biology, including the body's chromosomal makeup as well as hormones. Many people do not easily fit into a binary sexuality. Gender and sexes can impact the way ADHD symptoms are diagnosed and treated.

ADHD is typically diagnosed in add adult women to the age of 12. The symptoms must be present prior to 12 years of age and cause difficulties in multiple settings to be able to receive the diagnosis.

1. Problems with Focusing

Inattention is at the core of ADHD and is a problem that affects both genders. But women may find it more challenging to get the focus they require particularly since symptoms typically manifest in different ways in men.

Women are more likely than men to be unorganized and impulsive, for instance. They're also more likely to experience emotional stress and have difficulty putting things in perspective. These issues can lead to an inability to concentrate, which can lead to a lack productivity at work or at home. They're also more likely to not attend doctor appointments or forget to take their medications.

The hormones of women, in addition to these natural differences, can contribute to ADHD symptoms. The hippocampus of females is larger which helps in memory and learning. The fluctuations in hormones during menstruation as well as pregnancy, breastfeeding, and menopausal cycles can affect brain function.

Women who are not diagnosed with ADHD may struggle in their relationships, at school, and at work. They could also be suffering from a variety of comorbid disorders, such as depression, anxiety, and eating disorders.

For these reasons, it is crucial for health care professionals to be aware of the various clues that females with ADHD frequently exhibit. They need to rethink their approach to diagnosing and treating women suffering from ADHD to take into account emotional dysregulation, hormonal fluctuations and other variables that affect the severity of symptoms. This way, patients will receive the treatment they need.

2. Impulsivity

Women with ADHD often have trouble controlling their emotions. This is particularly true when they interact with others. This can result in emotional dysregulation which is a key element of ADHD symptoms and is associated with many negative life consequences. This includes low self-esteem, anxiety and depression that coexist and a strained relationship with a partner which can lead to violence between partners, problems with relationships, a messy home or personal space, inability to manage time or money, and a messy house.

Gender stereotypes can also influence the way women with ADHD are treated. Because they are often perceived as being more sensitive or susceptible to mood swings, they may be misinterpreted or dismissed as emotionally unstable. This can lead to their frustration at being a victim of untreated ADHD.

People suffering from ADHD suffer from impaired impulse control which is also referred to as the prefrontal cortex. This means they are more prone to making decisions and executing with their goals. This could cause you to want to eat more cake or make a rude comment.

Adults with ADHD can benefit from medication that helps them control their tendency to be impulsive. The use of stimulants such as amphetamine or dextroamphetamine can reduce the impulsive behavior. Non-stimulants like clonidine and Guanfacine can also be effective. Patients with ADHD might also benefit from behavioral therapy, which helps to change their mental patterns and develop more effective coping techniques.

Getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, and meditating can also help in reducing restlessness and impulsiveness in those with ADHD. It's also a good idea to keep track their symptoms throughout the day, and share this information with their doctor in order to assess whether or not their treatment is working.

3. Disorganization

Disorganization can be a problem for people suffering from ADHD and impact their professional and personal life. It may take longer to complete their tasks and reduce their productivity. They might also be late or overwhelmed every day.

A lack of organization can cause problems in maintaining healthy relationships. People may forget important events or lose things like keys or purses. They may feel lonely and unloved due to this. They can also feel misunderstood by their family and friends. The disorder can become more severe during perimenopause and menopause, when hormones change and symptoms intensify.

It is not unusual for women to hide their ADHD symptoms to conform with society's norms and avoid being judged. This can lead women to blame themselves and feel guilt or shame. This could be a reason why women and girls aren't diagnosed with ADHD. This is especially during adolescence, when symptoms are more evident.

Women who suffer from untreated ADHD might have a poor performance at school or at work. This can have a negative impact on their work, grades, or reputation. It can also create problems in their personal lives. For example, it may lead to difficulties with romantic partners or strained relationships with family and friends.

Home who are chronically disorganized can get help one-on-one from a nonjudgmental support person. They can provide strategies to get and keep their lives organized, such as making a list of daily tasks and making reminders for them. Additionally, a certified mental health professional may recommend medication and lifestyle changes to reduce ADHD symptoms. This can include eating small, frequent meals to ensure energy levels and avoiding caffeine which can trigger side effects from stimulant medications.

4. Indecisiveness

Indecisiveness is one of the traits that influences decision-making in a variety of areas of our lives. A variety of instruments have been developed to assess indecisiveness. These include the Decision Behaviors Inventory (Barkley-Levenson and Fox) and the Indecisiveness Scale. Indecisiveness is also correlated with neuroticism and with the tendency to use worst case scenario thinking, which is where people perceive ambiguous situations as threatening. It has also been found to be associated with a fear of being wrong, which could be the reason why it is common for people with adhd to have difficulty making decisions.

In the study of qualitative research on adult women suffering from adhd who were interviewed they said they were not able to make decisions regarding their professional and personal lives. They had difficulty to manage their finances and relationships, and had difficulty finding an occupation they liked. They often were dependent on others to make decisions for them, or were unable to complete tasks such as arranging childcare. They felt that their ADHD symptoms such as inattention and impulsivity or difficulty beginning projects were preventing them from progressing.

They had trouble in establishing and maintaining friendships, which led to mental health issues. They reported having high levels of anxiety and stress, an inability to sleep, and poor nutrition. They also felt stigmatized by the media and adults. The diagnosis of ADHD offered them an explanation for their difficulties, which was helpful for self-esteem since it meant they weren't blamed for their condition. It also gave them access to the appropriate treatment strategies.

The interviews revealed that the women were extremely positive and able to overcome the effects of ADHD in different areas of their lives. The women reported a lack in career or romantic opportunities, difficulties maintaining relationships and a messy home.





5. Self-esteem issues

Some of the symptoms that make up ADHD are considered to be less acceptable socially for women and girls than they are for males and females and so women may are able to hide their impulsivity, hyperactivity and disorganization. Women might internalize their ADHD and adopt coping strategies such as self-harming (cutting, burning or scratching). This can lead to lower self-esteem and could contribute to depression, anxiety or eating disorders.

A sense of inner worth is the foundation for more positive relationships and an optimistic outlook on life. When people lack a strong sense of self-worth they tend to look for external things - such as relationships, careers as well as wealth and power to feel worthy. Licensed therapist Cheryl Clarke says this can cause an absence of communication within a relationship, which can ultimately end it.

Women with ADHD might also feel they don't deserve the best things in their lives. These feelings can manifest as a desire to "keep up" or to please. This can result in an unhealthy work environment and a negative image of the body and an addiction to food or other substances.

Despite these major challenges However, the women who took part in this study discovered a number of positive aspects to living with ADHD. They described ADHD as either positive or negative according to the way they perceive their ability to control it. Many of them also recognize their own strengths that they believe are a result of to their ADHD which include the ability to be creative, high energy determination and the ability to get easily interested in new subjects. They also describe their own struggles within the context of the larger picture, which includes biological and gender differences, as well as cultural and family issues.