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Jasmine has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, otherwise known as a dh d. Research shows 50 to 75 per cent of women with the condition could be unaware that they even have it. Going without a nosis can impact somebody's education, relationships, mental and physical health. So why have women with a d h d been left behind for so long? And is this finally starting to change?

It’s estimated that a million women in the UK could have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder – but according to the ADHD Foundation, 50–75% of them do not know they have it. Going without a diagnosis can impact someone’s education, employment and physical and mental health. So why are women being left behind? Madeleine Finlay speaks to Jasmine Andersson about her experience of getting a late diagnosis, and Prof Amanda Kirby on why the condition is so often missed in women and girls.. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod