ADHD in Adult Females

Attention-deficit hyperactive disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects around one in twenty Australians, a statistic from ADHD Australia (https://www.adhdaustralia.org.au/about-adhd/)

It is categorised by patterns of behaviour such as inattentiveness, impulsive actions, hyperactive bursts, and difficulty with time management or organisation.

· Inattention refers to a consistent lack of concentration or an inability to focus on tasks or events. Difficulty focusing, forgetfulness, and becoming distracted easily are some of the key signs of inattention in ADHD.

· Impulsive actions are when action happens before any thought or recognition of the consequences. It’s a behavioural pattern that is common among individuals with an ADHD diagnosis.

· Hyperactive bursts of activity are the state of being abnormally active, which could be a sudden increase in energy, which can be intense and fleeting at times.

· Organisation difficulties include trouble staying on a task and keeping focused on what must be done. Planning can be a challenge when a concept called “time blindness” occurs. This translates to a lack of perception of time, meaning someone who has ADHD may frequently be late or miss events.

Emotional dysregulation is a key symptom of ADHD. If an individual has impaired ability to control their emotional responses. This may be presented as extreme or over the top reactions inappropriate to the situation.