Symptoms of ADHD in Adults Females
Adult females with ADHD are often misdiagnosed and missed. However, a correct diagnosis can improve your quality of life, including relationships at work and in personal relationships.
Common symptoms include forgetfulness, difficulty staying organized or in a controlled manner, impulsive behavior, poor emotional regulation and difficulty in recognizing social cues. Treatment could include medication or therapy.
Lack of Focus
One of the most prominent symptoms of ADHD is the difficulty in maintaining focus. People suffering from ADHD have trouble being able to concentrate on a job beyond a few moments regardless of how exciting the task. If they are interested in an activity, they could become a bit obsessed and forget other tasks or obligations. This can lead to procrastination, delayed appointments, and a lack of completion of work assignments.
Additionally, those with ADHD might have difficulty keeping track of instructions and remembering specifics. This could make it difficult to perform tasks at school or at work, which can cause misunderstandings and frustration in relationships. It can be a major cause in issues with time management like forgetting to pay bills or showing up at appointments on time or even not showing up at all.
Women with ADHD have strategies for coping to hide their symptoms. This could result in them being perceived as chaotic or inattention by others. This can cause people to feel shame and guilt. This can also affect their self-esteem.
To manage this symptom Try using a planner or post-it notes to keep track of deadlines and appointments. Utilize a headset that blocks out noise to block out any distractions, as well as listen to music to increase concentration (be sure the music does not contain lyrics that interfere with your concentration). Avoid drinking caffeine prior to bedtime since it can disturb sleep patterns. A good sleep hygiene routine includes setting an established routine for the time you go to bed and shutting off your devices at least an hour before going to sleep. You can also consider taking an ice-cold bath, listening to soothing music or using a blanket that is weighted to help calm your mind before sleeping.
Attention!
Women with the subtype of inattention ADHD often find it difficult to finish tasks and stay on top of important dates and deadlines and remember appointments, or complete daily chores. They might also be unable to focus on specifics in conversations or become distracted by other activities around them. They are often guilty of making mistakes at work or at school and fail to check their work prior to they submit. In addition, they have difficulty planning and setting priorities.
Impulse and forgetfulness can result in frustration and misunderstandings between romantic partners and family members, colleagues, or teachers. This makes it difficult for people with these issues to seek treatment for their symptoms. For instance, if are frequently late for meetings or have trouble keeping track of your schedule, this can cause people to assume that you don't care about them or lack commitment to the relationship. Your forgetfulness or inability of focus can lead to misunderstandings with the people who live with you.
Some women who suffer from ADHD suffer from high-functioning symptoms that do not have any significant impact on their everyday lives. This includes forgetting appointments, not meeting deadlines or delaying tasks. They also experience other signs such as restlessness and poor organization skills.
Symptoms of adult ADHD can become more severe during the perimenopause (perimenopause is the time preceding menopausal). Exercise and getting enough sleep can help manage these symptoms.
Inattentive ADHD one of the most prevalent forms of ADHD is a disorder that manifests when a person isn't paying attention. To determine ADHD, a medical professional must conduct a thorough evaluation. This could include a behavioral, cognitive or physical test, in addition to an interview with your physician. Note: Sex is a biological phenomenon which refers to chromosomal makeup, hormones, and anatomy, that determines whether someone is a woman, man, or a nonbinary. Gender identity is, on the other hand is a feeling of what you're about, as well as social and cultural beliefs.
Impulsivity
Women with ADHD frequently struggle with impulse control that is the ability to delay action or stop from taking action based on thoughts. They may be unable to self-restrain or interrupting other people without thinking, and having a hard time understanding the boundaries of social interaction. They also have difficulty waiting for their turn and tend to be impatient throughout the day. These symptoms can cause problems at home, school, work and in social interactions.
Adults suffering from ADHD may find it difficult to keep up with multiple tasks. This includes emails, phone conversations, and meetings. They may also have difficulty remembering names and their handwriting may be messy. They may also lack organizational skills and stall on projects, which can affect their work performance and create stress. In some instances the impulsive behavior can lead to unhealthy coping strategies such as drinking or taking drugs.
Since many women suffering from ADHD do not realize they have the condition and therefore, they are often not diagnosed. The symptoms of ADHD can be difficult to recognize because they are often obscured by hormonal changes, such as those associated with menopausal, puberty, or pregnancy.
At Salience Health, we help those suffering from ADHD manage their symptoms using a combination of medication and therapy. The use of medication can be especially beneficial in the treatment of the issue of impulse control. Contact us today to set up a consultation to learn more about the treatment options available for adults with ADHD.
Hyperactivity
Women with ADHD might have difficulty sitting still and being quiet for long periods of time. ADHD adult symptoms and fidgeting can affect their ability to concentrate on tasks at school or at work. They have difficulty playing or enjoying leisure activities while in silence. They may seem like they aren't interested in the things that other people are interested in, and are easily distracted. They might also have a difficult time remembering the details of conversations or events they attended.
They can also have trouble staying on track with plans and commitments. As they age, many women who have ADHD develop strategies to mask their symptoms to meet expectations and maintain relationship. This can result in feelings of being overwhelmed and out of control. It is especially difficult for women who have the hyperactive/impulsive type of ADHD, which can cause mood swings. These mood swings may be misinterpreted as a sign of depression by male colleagues and spouses.
The symptoms of ADHD are different for men and women However, a thorough examination by a qualified health care provider is crucial. A Salience Health provider can use tools such as Creyos Cognitive Testing and Brainview Advanced testing to determine a diagnosis and recommend treatment options.
Adult women with ADHD are typically treated using a the combination of therapy and medication. Therapy techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and training in interpersonal skills can assist to change negative patterns of thinking and behavior. Medication, such as stimulant medications and non-stimulant medications can be beneficial in reducing the symptoms of ADHD in women who are adults. A health care provider can prescribe the right medication for you, based on symptoms and age, your stage in life, your primary responsibilities, and any other illnesses or conditions you may have.
Social Skills
Many people with ADHD struggle to connect with others and feel isolated despite having a large number of coworkers, friends, acquaintances and family members. They have a difficult time making new friends or sustaining relationships due to their lack of memory, problems with focus and the tendency to be impulsive. This can lead to long periods of time without having a meaningful discussion, being late to meetings and missing social events.
These social problems can create problems at work, in school and in relationships. Inability to keep up on commitments or promises creates a feeling of being disregarded and unloved by family members, coworkers and friends. This can lead to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and a feeling of being unworthy or losing control. In some cases it may lead to separation or divorce due to the insidious behavior becomes too excessive for the partner or spouse who is not suffering from ADHD.
Women with ADHD may hide their symptoms by altering their behavior to comply with social norms and expectations. This makes it more difficult for them to receive diagnosed because they may not be as open about their struggles. They may also have developed an arsenal of healthy coping strategies that mask the impact of their symptoms.
For example, they might keep an eye on their appointments with a calendar app or set phone reminders to pay bills or attend important events. They might also be able to cope with their inability to multitask, by doing more than one thing at once, but they can still struggle with executive function and memory deficits that limit their ability to plan and manage time.
In addition, they can be unable to read between the lines or understanding the subtext of others, which can cause social problems. A clear diagnosis is the first important step to find solutions and strengthening relationships with other people. There are a variety of options and solutions that can help, including medication and therapy.