The SelfWork Podcast 450 SelfWork: Climbing the Walls: Talking ADHD In Women with Danielle Elliot
Jun 13, 2025
Danielle Elliot, a health and science journalist and host of 'Climbing the Walls,' dives into the fascinating world of ADHD in women. She discusses the recent surge in diagnoses, revealing societal neglect and the unique challenges women face. Elliot shares personal stories that highlight the struggle with executive functioning and rejection sensitivity. She also examines the hormonal influences on health, particularly in women undergoing postmenopausal changes, and emphasizes the need for more research and understanding of ADHD's complexities.
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Danielle's ADHD Discovery Journey
- Danielle Elliot discovered her ADHD after researching rejection sensitivity post-breakup.
- A therapist guided her through a formal diagnosis facilitated by telehealth during the pandemic.
Women, ADHD, and Society's Role
- Women with ADHD face unique struggles due to societal expectations around executive functioning tasks.
- Recognition of ADHD in women has risen due to social media and increased attention from clinicians listening to women.
Gender Differences in ADHD Experience
- Life often has built-in accommodations favoring men, easing their struggles with ADHD.
- Women tend to experience ADHD hyperactivity internally, manifesting as hypervigilance and emotional sensitivity.