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Attention Deficit Disorder in Women
While the majority of research into attention deficit disorders focuses on boys and men but many people with ADHD are female. Adult cisgender females have the highest prevalence of not being diagnosed with ADHD.
These women may conceal their symptoms and make it difficult to get help. The symptoms can change during hormone changes, such as menstrual cycles, pregnancy and menopause.
Impatient
If you find yourself getting impatient with everyday chores like housework or studying it could be due to your ADHD makes it difficult for you to focus. Inattention ADHD symptoms include procrastination, forgetfulness and frequent changes in topics.
You might also have difficulty keeping your appointments, schedules and belongings, or often get lost or misplaced things. Women with this type tend to be unable to concentrate on conversations, and they often talk without thinking or wander off in tangents. Impulsiveness can also cause people to interrupt others or say things they regret.
These issues with attention and concentration can also lead to issues at work or at home. Some women who suffer from ADD struggle to get jobs due to poor performance, while others have difficulty keeping friends or even finding the time to leave the home. Women who suffer from ADD have lower self-esteem, and are more likely to be suffering from depression than women who do not have ADD. Depression is a common occurrence or a result of ADHD.
In relationships, women who have ADD often have trouble coping with the frustration and miscommunications caused by their ADHD symptoms. Family members and friends might mistake their inattention as a lack of interest or commitment, while their employers and partners may constantly criticize or micromanage them.
Due to their impulsivity women and girls with ADHD are more likely of becoming sexually active early in life. This is because they are unable to control their emotions and their insanity. This could lead to unprotected sexual sex as well as more sexually transmitted diseases and more pregnancies that are not planned. Additionally they are more likely to be abused by their intimate partners because of their inability to control their behavior and manage their relationships.
If you're having trouble managing your work, think about getting help to manage your ADHD. Try breaking down complicated tasks into smaller ones. You should also set up an organized system to keep track of important information such as appointments and deadlines like using a calendar or planner and making notes during meetings. Make sure your home is organized to help you stay on track of your chores and errands. Use a label maker to label cabinets and closets and post lists of events and tasks.
Impulsive
The term "impulsive' describes behaviors that are carried out without thought or consideration of the possible consequences. People who suffer from impulse control often make decisions without consulting friends or family members for their advice, and could be more likely to engage in risky activities like alcohol and drug gambling, addiction, or reckless driving. These behaviors may also be caused by mental illness, such as borderline personality disorders, or a history trauma and abuse. They may also be a result of prescription medications.
Women and girls with ADHD have different symptoms from boys and men however, this condition is often underdiagnosed. This is due to gender bias and the fact that research is mostly conducted on teenagers, children, or cisgender males.
While there's not much research on the effects of ADHD in women of adulthood, some psychologists are working to change this. They're focusing on building up the body of knowledge that's already there, and they're investigating ways that women suffering from ADHD can best manage their symptoms.
Women with ADHD are usually prone to rejection sensitivity. This means that they have a strong emotional response to rejection, whether real or perceived and this makes it more difficult for them to navigate social situations. They may also struggle with self-control, which can cause risky sexual behaviours or the use of addictive substances to deal with their emotions.
Compulsive behavior is also common among women with ADHD and can be defined as repetitive actions that are driven by a need to alleviate anxiety or discomfort. These behaviors are very different from impulsive actions, but they can be present in certain people and are linked to conditions like bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.
There are a variety of things you can do to stop impulsive behaviors, even if they are not the result of a mental illness. Begin by assessing your surroundings and identifying triggers. Then, try to limit your exposure to these situations in the maximum extent possible. You may also try discussing your options with friends and family before you act, and seek out a psychiatrist or therapist who is a professional to help you when needed.
Problems with Focusing
Women suffering from ADHD are prone to having difficulty to remain focused or on task. They might be more easily distracted than other people and frequently think about themselves or stare at a thousand-yard stare, particularly during routine or uninteresting tasks. They can also wander off-course in conversations, drift off on off-track or miss social signals. Their lack of memory or inability to focus can impact their personal and professional relationships. For instance when they are prone to forgetting things or paying bills on time, it can affect their personal and professional relationships.
Certain people with ADHD have difficulty controlling their emotions. They may become frustrated more frequently, or lose their temper, when they are overwhelmed. They might have a lower tolerance to anger and may be more agitated or anxious than others they are stressed or criticized. It is important to remember that these are signs of a medical issue and not a flaw in character.
While many adults with ADHD were raised to believe that the only ones with the disorder were hyper little boys, scientific research shows that ADHD is as prevalent for women and girls just as it is in boys and men. It's also possible to have a combination of the inattentive and hyperactive/impulsive subtypes of the disorder.
The signs of inattention ADHD in women and girls often change with the cycle of hormonal changes and can make it difficult for them to get diagnosed or receive treatment. Women with ADHD can struggle to concentrate on their tasks, follow directions and stay on track during menstrual cycle, puberty or pregnancy.
Due to these differences in how ADHD presents in girls and women, they are more likely to go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed as compared to men and those who are assigned male at birth (AMAB). add symptoms in adult women can lead to frustration and feelings that you are powerless. Women who have not been diagnosed with ADHD or ADHD that is not being treated may face issues at home, at work and in their relationships. They may find it difficult to manage their responsibilities or complete their schoolwork and may struggle in social situations because of issues with self-esteem, a low frustration tolerance and difficulty understanding body language. They may also have trouble forming new relationships and are more likely to be able to sustain or create marriages.
Poor Organization
ADHD symptoms could be the cause of your disorganization and forgetfulness, a difficult time managing assignments at school or at work and difficulties in establishing strong social and work relationships. You may be overwhelmed by a lot of things going on simultaneously, or be frustrated by the way you tend to procrastinate.
Women with ADHD often are not diagnosed or misdiagnosed, in part because their symptoms manifest differently than those of men. They are more likely to be diagnosed with the inattention subtype of ADHD that is easily distracted and forgetful, having difficulty concentrating and paying attention, and frequently wandering off or "zoning out" while talking with others.
While the challenges associated with ADHD are numerous, these same traits can provide great imagination, passion and out of the box thinking. Getting to know your strengths, creating solid relationships and structures in your life, and figuring out ways to mitigate your weaknesses can help you live your best life.
The participants in this study had very high educational levels, professional qualifications, and few comorbid disorders which limit the apprehension of findings to other groups. They were also diagnosed as adults, which means their experiences might differ from those of people who are diagnosed in childhood or adolescence.
Nevertheless, these interviews provide an understanding of the specific experiences of these women and how ADHD affects their lives and identity. They provide valuable perspectives for researchers and clinicians who work with this group.
Many women suffering from ADHD struggle to accept their issues and cope with them. The disorder can trigger feelings of shame and frustration when people see their symptoms in other people. A diagnosis could be a "lightbulb" moment for a person, since it gives them a reason of their struggles and enables them to be more accepting of themselves.
