Adult ADD in Women
Adult ADD in women isn't often identified because the signs are often different from those that are seen in men. Women suffering from ADD are often misdiagnosed as having bipolar disorder or depression due to their mood swings, impulsivity and inability to deal with anger.
Additive symptoms in adult women are sometimes masked by PMS and are exacerbated during menopausal perimenopausal cycles and perimenop.
Mood Swings
Mood swings can be defined as rapid changes in feelings over a short time. They can affect relationships, work performance, and household chores. Mood disorders can present with physical symptoms like headaches or digestive issues. This could lead to a misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment. The symptoms of anxiety or depression can be ignored while chronic stomach pain is treated by medications. Mood swings are a typical sign of bipolar disorder. This disorder can cause you to be content and happy in one moment and angry or upset one minute over something that is minor.
Impatience
Women with ADD usually have different symptoms than those of more common ADD in men, making it difficult to obtain a proper diagnosis. The fluctuation in mood, for example being easily upset or overly emotional are a problem for women with ADD to stick with tasks and can even cause them to be mistakenly diagnosed as bipolar disorder. Impulsiveness is also very common among women suffering from ADD. Small inconveniences, like waiting in line or being put on hold, may seem like major annoyances and prompt these women to become angry and angry.
Hyperactivity can be a sign that causes women to run at full speed until they fall. This can cause problems with their family life, work and other pursuits. signs of add in adult women who suffer from ADD have a hypoactive personality and lack the motivation to accomplish the tasks they must do each day. They may find it difficult to care for their children, maintain a household, or stay connected to their friends. This type of ADD can make it difficult for women to maintain relationships or find a job. It can be a frustrating experience for the woman and her partner. Impatience can be treated by a suitable therapy.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a nagging feeling that alerts you to the possibility of danger. It's the mental and physical state of a negative expectation and it can take many forms. It could be a general feeling of tension that's always present, or it may be an individual phobia, anxiety disorder or obsessive compulsive disorder. It could manifest as the feeling of being tense and easily irritable, trouble with concentration or sleeping, muscle tension or chest pains.
The occasional bout of anxiety is normal and healthy. It helps you prepare for new situations or challenges, and it can even be productive. When anxiety becomes chronic or outsize it can affect your daily life. Anxiety disorders are defined by this.
There are several types of anxiety disorders, which include panic disorder (recurring episodes of fear), phobias (excessive fears about particular objects or experiences) and obsessive-compulsive disorders (abnormal irrational thoughts that cause repeated behaviors). Anxiety disorders may also include separation anxiety disorder (fear of being away from home or family members) and social anxiety disorder (overwhelming anxiety about social situations) and selective mutism (a fear of speaking in public).
There are many factors that could trigger anxiety disorders. Childhood experiences, genetics and parenting practices like overprotection could all be risk factors. Stress and trauma can be a contributing factor for example, the loss of a loved-one, or abuse.
Anxiety disorders can be treated using psychotherapy (counseling) and medications. There are also a number of lifestyle changes that could reduce anxiety. These include reducing caffeine which can trigger symptoms; exercising regularly (especially jogging), which releases brain chemicals that help reduce stress; and getting enough sleep. A healthy diet and avoiding substances like alcohol and recreational drugs that cause anxiety are also important. Finally, talking to an experienced therapist who is specialized in treating anxiety disorders can be helpful. They can guide you through relaxation and meditation techniques and help you learn methods to calm yourself when you are feeling anxious. They can help you find support networks to help you cope.
Depression
People feel down and sad at times. The death of a loved one or getting fired from a job or divorce are all common reasons. However, if those feelings continue to linger, they may be signs of depression (major depression disorder). The symptoms include feeling sad or irritable, and feeling empty. They may also have trouble getting their thoughts or concentration right, experience an appetite loss and sleep less or more than usual or lose interest in the activities they previously enjoyed. Depression can affect both men and woman and can show up at different times in the woman's life. For example during pregnancy or shortly after the birth of children. Depression also can occur in bipolar patients and depression, where the episodes can be accompanied by episodes of mania or hypomania that cause increased energy and a feeling of "being on top of the world."
Treatment for depression includes psychotherapy (talk therapy) and medications. Talk therapy can show you how to manage negative thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Antidepressants and other medicines can help correct the chemical imbalances that are present in your brain that trigger depression. It may take a while for the medication to start working. In addition, it is essential to meet other people and find a support group and to stay clear of alcohol and drugs.