Women with ADHD often show more inattentiveness than hyperactivity, leading to issues like distraction and tardiness, increasing risk of anxiety and self-harm.
There is no single test to diagnose ADHD. Many other problems, like anxiety and depression, can have similar symptoms.
ADHD can play a significant role in the health of romantic relationships and their eventual success. How can partners help one another?
Becoming aware of patterns in a relationship when a partner has ADHD can help the relationship remain healthy. Symptoms such as distraction can cause hurt feelings when not recognized and addressed by both partners. Melissa Orlov encourages partners to use the tools of good communication to address patterns caused by ADHD.
Fact: Everyone does have a physical difference in their brain. But it’s not necessarily ADHD!