Inattentive ADD in Women
Many women suffering from inattention ADD struggle to keep up with household chores, family obligations, and friends. It could be difficult to maintain their job.
Girls and women often have less evident ADHD symptoms than their male counterparts, so they are written off as being snooty or dreamy. However, women who aren't diagnosed with ADD may be afflicted by depression, low self-esteem and relationship problems.
Impatience
Women who suffer from ADD are often plagued by inattention, which can lead to issues at home, at school, or at work. They have a hard time dealing with delays, particularly when they are out of their control. Minor irritations can cause anger, frustration, and even a complete meltdown. They feel behind and are always playing catch-up despite their best efforts.
Contrary to the hyperactive form of ADHD that is typically affecting boys and men who have inattention ADHD often miss deadlines or becoming overwhelmed by simple tasks. Their inability to focus can lead to careless errors which can have severe consequences. For example, they might forget to file taxes or make a mistake in the letter. Women who suffer from this type of the disorder might be unable to focus and, as a result, they tend to daydream or lose track of what they are reading or watching.
Women can be frustrated by their inability to meet commitments, particularly when they have put time and money into a plan. Women may be disappointed by the inability to monitor their finances. They may also experience issues with controlling their impulses like spending in a hurry and rushing into relationships or jobs without considering the consequences.
Attention-deficit ADHD can be a source of frustration for those who are close to the woman, including partners and children. The inability to concentrate and mood swings can result in conflicts, self-esteem issues and problems with relationships. Women with ADD are often misdiagnosed with bipolar due to their mood fluctuations.
Attention-deficit ADHD in women is more prevalent than many people realize, and it can cause real problems at work, in schools, and even at home. Despite its widespread prevalence however, the condition is misunderstood and overlooked, in part because ratings scales used to evaluate ADHD symptoms are skewed toward male behavior and the condition is often mistaken for depression or anxiety. Several factors influence the way inattentive ADHD presents in women and girls, including a different manifestation of symptoms, distinct issues related to hormonal effects and the differences in social expectations.
Impulsivity
Women suffering from ADD have difficulty keeping track of time and tasks. They may lose things, be forgetful in daily routines, or be late on their bills. Women are also prone to acting on impulse and becoming frustrated easily. Mood swings, and being easily exuberant can cause issues at work, school or in relationships. These symptoms are often disguised by pregnancy, PMS, menopause or other hormonal changes. Women who don't receive a proper diagnosis could be misdiagnosed with bipolar disorder because the symptoms are similar.
Women who exhibit impulsivity due to their inattention ADHD have trouble controlling their emotions, especially in times of emotional stress or when trying to complete a task that requires focus. For instance, they could get extremely annoyed by the slightest mistake made on a project or feel overwhelmed by family responsibilities. They might be at risk of jumping into relationships without careful examination or be more impulsive when spending money. They might make hurtful remarks without thinking about it or be too critical.
Many women with ADD struggle to manage their daily lives, including parenting children, taking care of their parents and maintaining a career. This is especially true if the woman has hypoactive ADHD. Women with hypoactive ADHD might have difficulty to manage their time and are more likely to be at home rather than at work. They may have trouble maintaining healthy eating habits or exercising regularly. They may also miss appointments or make a mistake at work, which can impact their reputation.
Inattentive ADD in women is often ignored by parents, teachers and employers. It's possible a woman may have some symptoms but not enough to warrant to be diagnosed. Or she may not be aware of her own issues with attention. They may develop strategies to cope that mask underachievement and poor performance, for example, dropping out of school or seeking low-paying, low-demand jobs.
Although ADD is usually diagnosed in childhood, some people don't receive treatment until they reach the age of adulthood. This is partly due to the fact that doctors are more likely to look for signs of ADD more frequently among boys, and also because ADD symptoms are not often recognized by women, who tend to conceal their symptoms.
Social Interruptions
Women who suffer from ADHD tend to be highly sensitive to rejection and are more likely to have issues with social boundaries. Women who suffer from ADHD might be at risk of engaging in dangerous behaviors like early sex, or casual sex. They also have more sexually transmitted diseases. Their emotional reactions to rejection, real or perceived could trigger self-esteem issues that make it hard to maintain stable relationships.
The disorder affects the way women manage their lives and her home, and it can affect her family members as well. Because of the way that their brains function often, women have difficulty making a plan for their families and themselves, which can make it difficult to keep up with household chores or stay on top of schoolwork.
For instance, if a woman with ADHD gets easily distracted and is easily distracted, she might be unable to finish tasks at work. The inability to focus could result in a number of mistakes that are made at school or work. It is possible that she doesn't realize she has made a problem until it's too late. She might also have difficulty keeping the track of her money, leading to financial difficulties.
Women with inattention ADHD often have social interruptions which interfere with their ability to finish their tasks. For instance, they could be distracted by text messages or phone calls and interrupt other people's conversation. They are more likely to interrupt others because they don't understand the rules of interpersonal communication. This has been confirmed in studies where participants were required to work on a simple or complex task and were interrupted by their confederates through various channels -either face-to-face, telephone or instant message. Interruptions were linked to the degree of stress, anxiety and irritation experienced by participants.
Anyone suffering from ADD should seek treatment with a doctor who has a thorough understanding of the disorder. It is especially crucial for women to find an expert who is aware of the gender-specific characteristics of ADHD. This will help avoid them being misdiagnosed as having other disorders, such as depression or bipolar disorder.
Agitation
A person with ADD may have difficulty to maintain focus and sit still, especially on tasks she finds boring or boring. She may slumber or switch to another activity. Women who suffer from ADD may experience depression. This condition can manifest in combination with ADD or as a result of it.
Standing in line or waiting to be called back for medical appointments could cause some ADD women over the edge. Their anxiety about the minor inconveniences can cause them to become anxious. For these women, the onset of agitation is quick and requires immediate treatment.
No matter if the patient is an outpatient or a hospitalized patient, a thorough physical exam must be conducted. Vital signs should also be taken as safely as is possible. It is essential to obtain a short history of the agitation, and then evaluate it. This will allow you to determine if the symptoms are a medical condition. The rating scales for agitation tend to be skewed towards male-specific symptoms. Further development of a standard clinical and research definition is required.