Women With add adult women (talking to) - Symptoms and Diagnosis

Women with ADD face challenges every day into adulthood. Women who suffer from ADD might have difficulty meeting their family's demands regardless of whether they are a bit distracted at school or struggle to complete household chores. The symptoms of ADD in women differ from the symptoms seen in males. This makes diagnosis and treatment difficult.

Symptoms

women with attention deficit disorder who suffer from ADD may have difficulty to find working or manage household chores, especially during periods of hormonal changes such as puberty, menopausal and PMS. Depression, although not a sign of ADD is frequently associated with the disorder and is often incorrectly diagnosed by doctors looking for signs that are more common to boys. women and adhd with the hyperactive/impulsive subtype of ADD are impatient visibly or internally, jump into activities without thinking and speak and act impulsively. Minor irritations, such as waiting in line or on the phone, can drive them to distraction. They also have issues with managing their time, forgetfulness and a difficult time concentrating on their tasks. They may also be inclined to fumble and sleep poorly. They could be susceptible to anxiety and depression which is often mistakenly diagnosed as bipolar disorder.

Diagnosis

Women's symptoms are less well-known than those of men, making it difficult to diagnose. Doctors often look for a specific set of symptoms that are more typical of males and do not recognize the subtleties of the disorder as it affects girls, especially during puberty, PMS or menopausal perimenopausal estrogen levels decrease. Depression can also be a co-occurring condition with ADD in many women and must be treated. You can better understand the symptoms and the underlying condition by reading a few books on adhd screening for women/ADD before visiting a doctor. You will be more comfortable and confident during the process of diagnosing.