27/10/2025
✨ ADHD in Women: Why So Many Are Diagnosed in Adulthood?
For years, ADHD was considered a “childhood disorder”, especially one that affected boys. The truth? Many women grew up with ADHD unnoticed, misunderstood, or misdiagnosed.
🧠 Here’s why adult and middle-aged women are getting diagnosed now more than ever:
• Different presentation:
Women often have the inattentive type of ADHD rather than the hyperactive one. They daydream, lose focus, forget things, and feel overwhelmed, not necessarily restless or disruptive.
• Masking and perfectionism:
Many girls learn early to compensate by working harder, staying up later, and becoming overachievers to hide their struggles. This “masking” can delay diagnosis for decades.
• Life transitions reveal the symptoms:
Motherhood, career changes, or menopause often stretch coping mechanisms to their limits. What used to be manageable suddenly becomes exhausting and that’s when many women seek help.
• Better awareness and evolving understanding:
We’re finally talking about ADHD beyond stereotypes. More women recognize their experiences in others’ stories and realize, “This has been me all along.”
💬 ADHD in women doesn’t mean you’re lazy, careless, or disorganized.
It means your brain works differently and understanding that can be life-changing.
At our Centre for Personal Development and Self-Awareness ΓΙΑ ΤΗΝ ΙΘΑΚΗ, we offer comprehensive assessment, psychotherapy, and support for adults with ADHD, and we collaborate with other mental health professionals (e.g., psychiatrists) when necessary.Our approach helps women understand their unique challenges, develop effective coping strategies, and enhance focus, organization, and emotional well-being.
To learn more or book an appointment, visit giatinithaki.anthia.net or contact us at
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