ADHD Symptoms in Women
Many women experience ADHD symptoms such as inattention, forgetfulness and impulsivity. They may also show mood swings, irritability, and hypersensitivity to criticism.
Some of these symptoms may be aggravated by hormonal changes. This is especially the case when pregnant, puberty or menstrual. These changes can cause women to be wrongly diagnosed and receive insufficient treatment.
Impatience
Women who suffer from ADD struggle with managing their emotions and they can be easily upset. They might experience mood swings that make it difficult to be able to interact well with others. This can result in an incorrect diagnosis, or a inability to receive the appropriate treatment. They are also more likely to be suffering from depression that is a co-morbidity with ADD and this could make it even harder to receive proper care.
A lack of patience is a common symptom of ADD in women, especially the hyperactive/impulsive type of ADHD. The signs of ADD can manifest in many ways, including failing to complete tasks on time, not remembering deadlines and appointments, loosing things, and having difficulty in completing or beginning new projects. Women with this type may act impulsively and without thinking. This can result in financial problems or relationships problems, especially when they are rushing into things. They might interrupt conversations or make up things they regret later.
Women suffering from ADD may forget to complete simple tasks, like laundry or grocery shopping, and they have poor math skills. They may also experience writing issues. These women also have difficulty working on tasks that require concentration for example, reading books or taking an exam. Women who suffer from ADD are also prone to wandering off and getting lost in their thoughts.
Women with ADD often have trouble coping with the pressure of waiting for things, such as standing in lines or sitting in the dentist's chair. They may get annoyed and angry when minor annoyances occur or they might get discouraged and stop trying. They tend to be frustrated and believe that they should have accomplished more in the past.
Because ADD in women isn't as well-known as the disorder in men, it is important to recognize the symptoms early. Becoming aware of the signs of adult ADHD and locating a qualified professional is the best way to make sure you receive an accurate diagnosis and the proper treatment.
Impulsivity
A person with ADD tends to be impulsive and susceptible to speaking or acting without thinking. This can lead to financial problems and trouble with relationships, especially when she takes rash decisions, interrupts people when they are talking or jumps into relationships and work projects full speed ahead. She could also be prone to putting things off and procrastinating. She could lose or misplace items and be unable to keep her track of her time. The mood swings, irritability, and hypersensitivity to criticism or stress are also common.
Mood swings are a further indication that a woman might be suffering from ADD, which can be mistakenly diagnosed as bipolar disorder, or mistaken for depression. Women with ADD can be easily frustrated. Small irritations can develop into major problems, leading them to cry, scream off, or even abandon an undertaking. They often struggle to keep the job they have, attend school, or maintain healthy eating habits. They often have racing thoughts and tend to talk too much to themselves or about them despite being aware that this is not appropriate. This impulsivity is more prevalent during menopausal or perimenopausal periods when hormone levels fluctuate. These women are more prone to be diagnosed with mood disorder or depression that must be treated together with ADD.
Mood Swings
Women are more susceptible to mood fluctuations than men, particularly in the perimenopausal stage and during menopausal and pregnancy. Mood changes are typically short-term and triggered by fluctuations in hormones. Rapid mood swings are not always a cause for concern, however persistent ones may be an indication of a mood disorder.
Mood fluctuation can vary from extreme happiness to anxiety and depression. These changes are usually triggered by stress or changes in routine, and they are not always permanent. However, attention deficit in women may suggest a mental health problem that can be treated with therapy and medication.
In certain instances women's moods change may indicate that there is a medical problem. UTIs, for example, can trigger mood changes in the form of irritability, confusion, and mood swings in older adults. Chronic pain can also affect your mood and make it difficult to regulate.
Even the tiniest irritations can cause extreme frustrations that can result in angry outbursts and impulsive behavior. Sleep deprivation can cause mood swings, which can make them more unstable.
Changes in mood can occur as a response to life events or due to a hormonal imbalance. For instance, PMS (premenstrual syndrome) is characterized by emotional upsets and a feeling of being unwell, and it is most common in the days that lead up to your period. Women with polycystic Ovarian Syndrome premenopausal and menopausal symptoms are more likely to suffer from hormonal fluctuations that could cause mood changes.
If you're experiencing a string of mood swings that affect your daily routine, talk to your physician. He or she will be able to help you identify what is causing your mood changes and suggest treatment options to reduce these. If you're experiencing severe mood swings or suicidal thoughts You should seek immediate treatment.
