How to Deal With a Dh D Diagnosis

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Jasmine is one of many people who have been diagnosed with a d h d. She says it can be difficult to separate the two parts of her personality. Her advice for others? It's never too late, and get checked out if you're not quite sure about your condition. If you'd like to find out more about a dh d, we've put a link to their web site on our pocas page.

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