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Women With ADD - Symptoms and Diagnosis

For women who suffer from ADD their daily struggles continue until they reach adulthood. When she has a tendency to daydream at school or has difficulty keeping up with household chores and obligations women with ADD often has difficulty meeting her family's needs. Symptoms are different for women and are in opposition to the more well-known symptoms for men, so diagnosis and treatment can be difficult.

attention deficit disorder in women with ADD might find it difficult to maintain jobs or handle household chores, especially during times of hormonal changes like puberty, PMS and perimenopause. Depression isn't a symptom but it can be a co-symptom with ADD and is often misdiagnosed when doctors look for symptoms that are more typical of men. Women with the hyperactive/impulsive subtype of ADD are impatient visibly or internally, jump into activities without thinking and speak and act impulsively. minor irritations like waiting in line or waiting on the phone can lead them to the point of distraction. They also have issues with managing their time, forgetfulness and difficulty concentrating on tasks. They might also have a tendency to be irritable and sleep poorly. They could be susceptible to anxiety and depression that are often misdiagnosed bipolar disorder.

Diagnosis


The symptoms of women are less widely known than those of men, making it difficult to identify. Doctors tend to focus on a set of symptoms that are more common in boys, and miss the subtleties that are related to the symptoms of ADD in girls. This is particularly the case during menopausal changes, puberty and perimenopausal periods, as well as PMS, when estrogen levels decrease. Depression is also a common occurrence in women suffering from ADD and should be treated. Before you see an ophthalmologist, take a look at a few books on ADHD and ADD to gain a greater understanding of the condition and personal symptoms. You will feel more confident and relaxed while going through the diagnostic process.

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