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Women With ADD – Symptoms and Diagnosis Women who suffer from ADD face daily challenges well into adulthood. When she has a tendency to daydream in class or has trouble managing household chores and obligations A woman with ADD often has difficulty meeting the needs of her family. The symptoms of ADD for women are different and opposite from those seen in men. This can make diagnosis and treatment difficult. Symptoms Women suffering from ADD may find it difficult to keep a job and manage household chores. This is especially the case when hormonal changes occur, such as puberty, menopause, or PMS. Depression, although not a sign of ADD is often a co-morbidity with the disorder and is often misdiagnosed by doctors who look for symptoms that are more typical of males. 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 like standing in line or waiting for the phone can lead them to disorientation. They also have trouble with managing time, forgetfulness, and difficulty focusing on tasks. attention deficit in women may have a tendency to fidget and sleep in a poor way. They could be susceptible to anxiety and depression, which are often misdiagnosed bipolar disorder. Diagnosis Since women's symptoms of ADD are not as well-known as those of men It can be a challenge to diagnose. Doctors tend to focus on a set of symptoms that are more prevalent in boys, but overlook the subtleties when it comes to the symptoms of ADD in girls. This is especially the case during menopausal changes, puberty or perimenopausal, as well as PMS, which is when estrogen levels decrease. Depression is also a part of ADD in many women and requires treatment. You can better understand the symptoms and the nature of the disorder by reading a few books on ADD/ADHD before you visit a doctor. You will be more comfortable and confident throughout the diagnosis process.