https://jsfiddle.net/clientparade2/yg1z9w7k/ ADHD in Women and Girls According to the charity ADHD UK, ADHD is still not recognized in girls and women. This comes at a significant cost to individuals and the economy. Symptoms can be more difficult to identify for females due to the fact that they appear differently than men. This can be further aggravated by hormonal changes like the menstrual period and pregnancy or menopausal. Symptoms Women with ADHD may have difficulty telling their doctors that they are experiencing symptoms. They may feel uncomfortable asking for help, and they fear that their doctor won't be able to take the condition seriously. Some women have difficulty finding healthcare providers who are aware of their condition and how it impacts them as they grow older. The most common symptoms of ADHD in adults are difficulty paying attention or staying focused, forgetfulness, being easily distracted and impulsivity. Women are more prone to the inattentive form of ADHD. Inattentive symptoms can include problems with organisation and planning, being forgetful or missing appointments, not completing tasks, getting distracted easily, or not remembering what was said during conversations. Women may also have difficulty controlling their emotions and impulses. They are susceptible to anger outbursts, be emotionally overly emotional and have issues with social relationships. They may have poor handwriting or struggle with spelling and math. They may also find it difficult to keep up with their exercise routine or make healthy food choices. Due to gender-based stereotypes of gender and behavior, it's difficult for women to recognize ADHD symptoms. Women who are hyperactive or impulsive ADHD-related symptoms could have more trouble being recognised as having the disorder, particularly at school, where they often get misdiagnosed for anxiety or depression. In addition, many women with ADHD experience worsening symptoms during menopausal and perimenopausal cycle