ADHD Experts Podcast 140- Is It ADHD—or Age? Recognizing and Treating ADHD in Midlife and Beyond
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Apr 19, 2016 Linda Roggli, author and coach specializing in ADHD for women, dives deep into recognizing ADHD in older adults. She discusses how symptoms can mimic age-related forgetfulness and the importance of accurate diagnosis. The conversation touches on the emotional experience of late ADHD diagnoses, practical lifestyle tips for adults over 45, and navigating specialized ADHD care and treatments. Roggli also highlights how hormones and medications, including the role of Vitamin D3, can influence ADHD symptoms, making it essential to manage care with informed advocacy.
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ADHD is Lifelong
- ADHD is a lifelong condition, present from infancy.
- It may seem like it develops in adulthood, but this is due to changing life circumstances and coping mechanisms.
The Masked ADHD Brain
- Around half of adults with ADHD are undiagnosed because they've developed coping strategies.
- These strategies might mask symptoms, but the underlying ADHD brain remains.
The Diagnostic Challenge
- Distinguishing between ADHD, normal aging, and other cognitive impairments can be challenging due to overlapping symptoms.
- Factors like the sandwich generation, empty nest syndrome, grief, and career changes can further complicate the picture in midlife.