https://garner-herbert.thoughtlanes.net/the-complete-guide-to-symptoms-adhd-in-adults Adult Female ADHD Symptoms Women with ADHD are often not diagnosed due to inattentive symptoms that may be less obvious, gender bias between healthcare professionals and symptom-masking. It is crucial to be diagnosed to improve relationships, set you up for success, and help recognize your behavior. To be diagnosed with ADHD, you need to have at least five ongoing symptoms of inattention and/or hyperactive/impulsive symptoms that interfere with daily life. Use this checklist to determine these symptoms: Hyperfocus Many people who have ADHD can focus on an activity until they are unable to think about the outside world, even if the activity isn't productive. This is known as hyperfocus. Unrestrained hyperfocus, although beneficial for some people, such as writers, scientists and artists, can be a problem for others. It can lead you to be late for appointments, suffer difficulties at work or at school and can cause tension with your family and friends. Hyperfocus can be extremely difficult to stop, especially when you don't know it's taking place. Make a plan for your day and prioritize daily tasks such as brushing your teeth or taking bath. If you have a difficult time keeping track of your time then use a timer or alarm to help you remain focused or ask a friend to keep track of you at regular intervals. When working on a project, it's also helpful to move around a lot and take frequent breaks. In children, hyperfocus is sometimes considered to be a positive trait, because it allows kids to become highly engaged in an enjoyable activity such as skating or creating with Legos. However, uncontrolled hyperfocus could lead to setbacks in school, a decrease in productivity at work, and even strained relationships with siblings or parents. Hyperfocus can make it difficult to determine if your child is suffering from a mental disorder, such as anxiety or depression. These are typical amon