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Women With ADD – Symptoms and Diagnosis Women who suffer from ADD have to deal with daily challenges into adulthood. Whether she daydreams at school or has difficulty keeping up with household chores and responsibilities A woman with ADD often has a hard time meeting the needs of her family. The signs of ADD in women differ to those seen in men. This makes diagnosis and treatment difficult. Signs and symptoms Women with ADD are often unable to maintain a job and manage household chores. This is particularly true during hormonal changes such as menopausal, puberty, or PMS. Depression is not a symptom, but it often coexists with ADD and is often misdiagnosed when doctors are looking for signs that are more typical of men. Women with the hyperactive/impulsive subtype of ADD are impatient visibly or internally, jump into activities without thinking and speak and act impulsively. minor irritations, such as waiting in line or on the phone could lead them to disorientation. They also struggle with managing their time, forgetfulness and difficulties concentrating on their tasks. They are often fidgety and sleep poorly. They could be susceptible to depression and anxiety, which is often mistakenly diagnosed as bipolar disorder. Diagnosis The symptoms of women are less widely known than those of men, making it difficult to diagnose. Doctors typically look for certain symptoms that are more typical of males and aren't aware of the subtleties of the disorder as it affects girls, particularly during puberty, PMS, or perimenopausal and menopausal estrogen levels drop. undiagnosed adhd in women is also a part of ADD in many women and needs to be treated. Before you see a doctor, take a look at a few books on ADHD/ADD to gain a better understanding of the condition and your personal symptoms. You will feel more confident and comfortable during the process of diagnosing.