As a clinical psychologist specializing in attention disorders, I've witnessed countless patients grappling with more than just ADHD symptoms - they're often fighting an internal battle of harsh self-judgment.
Diagnosed with ADHD as a child, Emma believed she'd left those challenges behind with her school days. Yet, her struggles with focus, organization, and overwhelming anxiety told a different story.
When Emma, a 35-year-old marketing executive, first walked into my office, she seemed burdened by an invisible weight. 'I feel like I'm juggling flaming torches', she confessed, 'and any moment, I'm afraid I'll get burned!'.
While it has been often thought of as mainly affecting males, recent research has shown that women can suffer from the disorder in ways not often seen in men. We will also look at different resources available for those living with the disorder.
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Author: Adeel Sarwar, PhD, Clinical Psychologist Specialized in ADHD
In my career as a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience treating patients with ADHD, I've seen many instances where women have been misdiagnosed or left without a diagnosis because of the distinctive ways that ADHD manifests in females..
