Adult ADD attention deficit disorder in women women and adhd

1. They are not alone.

Many adult women suffering from ADD feel like they are the only person in the world who understands their struggle. The people who do know they are usually very supportive and loving. Women can join forums and support groups online, such as ADDmirable Successful Women With Adhd, Add Women and local ADD/adhd in women treatment live support groups through ADDA or CHADD.

Women who suffer from ADD should realize that they're not the only ones. Adult ADD isn't well-understood by doctors, who are often searching for signs that are more typical of boys behaviour. Additionally hormonal changes during puberty, PMS and perimenopause can mask or exacerbate ADD symptoms.