https://www.iampsychiatry.uk/adult-adhd-in-women/ Women With ADD - Symptoms and Diagnosis Women with ADD have to deal with daily challenges into adulthood. Whether she daydreams at school or has difficulty keeping up with household chores and obligations women with ADD often has difficulty meeting the needs of her family. Symptoms are different for women, and in contrast to the more recognized signs in men, which means the diagnosis and treatment may be challenging. Symptoms Women who suffer from ADD may find it difficult to keep working or manage household chores, especially when there are hormonal changes like puberty PMS, and perimenopausal. Depression is not a sign of but it can be a co-symptom with ADD and is misdiagnosed if doctors are looking for signs 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, such as waiting in lines or on the phone, can drive them to distraction. They also struggle with time management, forgetfulness and trouble concentrating on tasks. They are also prone to flitting and may sleep poorly. could be susceptible to depression and anxiety, which is often misdiagnosed as bipolar disorder. Diagnosis Since women's symptoms of ADD are less recognized than the men's and therefore, it can be difficult to get diagnosed. Doctors tend to focus on a set of symptoms that are more common in boys, but overlook the subtleties that are related to the symptoms of ADD in girls. This is especially 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 with ADD and needs to be treated. You will be able to better understand your symptoms and the underlying condition by reading a few books on ADD/ADHD prior to seeing a doctor. You will feel more confident and relaxed while going through the di