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Women With ADD – Symptoms and Diagnosis For women with ADD the daily challenges endure well into adulthood. Whether she daydreams in class or has trouble keeping up with household chores and obligations women with ADD often struggles to meet the demands of her family. The symptoms are different for women, and in contrast to the more recognized symptoms for men, so the diagnosis and treatment process can be difficult. Symptoms Women with ADD may find it difficult to maintain a job and manage household chores. This is particularly true during hormonal changes like menopausal, puberty, or PMS. Depression, while not a symptom of ADD is frequently associated with the disorder and is often incorrectly diagnosed by doctors looking for signs more common to boys. Women with the hyperactive/impulsive subtype of ADD are impatient visibly or internally, jump into activities without thinking and speak and act impulsively. Minor irritations, such as waiting in line or on the phone can cause them to drift into disorientation. They also struggle with managing their time, forgetfulness and difficulty focusing on tasks. They are prone to fidgeting and sleep poorly. They are also susceptible to depression and anxiety, which is often mistakenly diagnosed as bipolar disorder. adhd in women adults Since the symptoms of women with ADD are not as well-known as the men's, it can be difficult to be diagnosed. Doctors often look for certain symptoms that are more common in boys and don't recognize the subtleties of the disorder as it affects girls, especially during puberty, PMS, or perimenopause and menopause when estrogen levels drop. Depression is also common in women with ADD and must be treated. Before seeing a doctor, go through a few books about ADHD/ADD to gain a better understanding of the condition and personal symptoms. You will feel more confident and relaxed when you are going through the process of diagnosing.