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ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)

ADHD was long considered a problem of “hyperactive” school-aged boys. We now know however that ADHD affects people of all genders and ages. Underdiagnosis of girls and women has led to serious difficulties including organizing and completing everyday tasks, building and managing careers, and having healthy relationships.

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Women with ADHD Have Missed Red Flags That Haunt Us

This personal account explores one woman’s discovery that her executive functioning problems have likely stemmed from ADHD.

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Failing at Normal: An ADHD Success Story

A woman with ADHD talks about self-blame and frustration, as well as the sexism she encounters. She also discusses the science behind ADHD, how it affects the brain, and hidden strengths that can come with ADHD.

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Understanding Women with ADHD

Mainstream research needs to investigate the differences between ADHD in women and men, so that fewer women go undiagnosed.

Mainstream research needs to investigate the differences between ADHD in women and men, so that fewer women go undiagnosed.

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Empowering Yourself to Empower Others

IK discusses self-advocacy for marginalized populations, highlighting the importance of self-advocacy for women seeking an ADHD diagnosis.

IK discusses self-advocacy for marginalized populations, highlighting the importance of self-advocacy for women seeking an ADHD diagnosis.

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Coping With ADHD

IK shares her experience with ADHD and her journey with finding the right diagnosis and treatment.

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Advocating for Myself as a Woman With ADHD

IK discusses her eight year process of getting a diagnosis for ADHD and the limited research on ADHD in women.

Isabella looks at the camera, and she is wearing eyeglasses and a dark shirt. She sits in a room with a bright window and tan walls.

IK discusses her eight year process of getting a diagnosis for ADHD and the limited research on ADHD in women.

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Why ADHD is a Feminist Issue

A reflection on the harmful consequences of overlooking ADHD in women and girls