ADHD Experts Podcast
546- Living with ADHD: It’s Different for Women – an Expert Roundtable
Mar 11, 2025
A powerhouse panel of experts discuss the distinct challenges women face with ADHD. Ellen Littman sheds light on the historical biases in diagnosis, while Andrea Chronis-Tuscano emphasizes the need for tailored treatment approaches. Lotta Borg Skoglund explores hormonal influences on symptoms across a woman's life. Diane Miller addresses the unique obstacles Black women encounter, and Maggie Sibley advocates for greater awareness of women's mental health needs. Together, they highlight the importance of community support and ongoing research.
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- ADHD is often misdiagnosed in women due to societal expectations, leading to symptoms being mistaken for anxiety or depression.
- Hormonal changes throughout a woman's life significantly affect ADHD symptoms, necessitating tailored management strategies for effective treatment.
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The Unique Challenges Faced by Women with ADHD
ADHD is often perceived as a disorder predominantly affecting males, leading to significant misdiagnosis and insufficient treatment for women. Women tend to experience ADHD differently, often internalizing their struggles due to societal expectations of behavior. This internalization results in symptoms that may appear as anxiety or depression to clinicians, overshadowing the ADHD diagnosis. The consequence is that women frequently go undiagnosed, with serious implications for their self-esteem, relationships, and overall quality of life.
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