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Adult Female ADD Symptoms Women with ADD can suffer from a wide range of symptoms. Some women who have ADD are hyperactive while others are hypoactive. Women who have ADD have difficulty staying on top of daily tasks like keeping an orderly home and attending to the needs of children or participating in activities with the family. Another symptom that is common is difficulty remembering names. This problem can worsen prior to, during and after menopause. 1. symptoms of adult add to Focus Inattention can be a sign of several mental health problems. If you're struggling to finish tasks, make poor choices or miss important details at work or home it's time to seek help. These symptoms could be caused by side effects of medications, stress, or other factors. They may also be a sign of conditions that are more serious, such as ADHD. Women with ADD are prone to losing their focus quickly. They can drift off into a dream in conversations or have trouble completing routine chores such as grocery shopping and laundry. They could also be prone to making mistakes that aren't their fault and often misplacing items which can lead to clutter in the home, an unorganized office, or misplaced workplace supplies. They can be uninformed, making poor choices that could have dire consequences. For example, they may use drugs or engage in risky sexual activities. Additionally, they could be at either end of the spectrum, being hyperactive or hypoactive. A woman who is hyperactive could run at a high rate until she is exhausted and a woman who is hypoactive cannot muster the energy needed to get through each day. In both cases they may have difficulty maintaining relationships or maintaining family activities, or meeting professional obligations. Women with ADD usually have a high-functioning symptoms. This isn't a medical diagnosis but describes how they manage their symptoms. Women with ADD may still experience issues with concentration, but they don't affect their lives as much. If you notice that your symptoms are getting worse, it's recommended to speak with your doctor. They can assist you to understand the causes of your symptoms and suggest solutions. 2. Mood Swings Women with ADD tend to be more prone than men to mood swings. They may become irritable when they feel the slightest irritation or disappointment, then storm away in anger. They can also be more impulsive, and tend to get into the air first instead of tackling things slowly and consistently. This can lead to financial problems or even relationship disasters. These emotional symptoms are often mistakenly categorized as bipolar disorder however they can be co-existing with ADD in many cases. Mood swings can also get worse when pregnant or menstrual cycles occur or during perimenopausal. ADD can make it difficult to hold an occupation. This may cause depression. 3. Distractions Women suffering from ADD are easily distracted by the events that happen around them as well as their own thoughts. They may lose themselves in a haze of thoughts or have trouble focusing on tasks like grocery shopping because of the numerous options. It's not easy to make too focus on a single idea for them and they become frustrated when their attention gets diverted. Women suffering from ADD also experience mood swings when they are on the emotional rollercoaster of the disorder. They are often frustrated by minor annoyances and often blame themselves for their failures. The impulsive nature of their behavior can cause issues with relationships, work and school. Extreme mood swings can often lead to confusion over whether they are bipolar disorder or not. This is especially the case because many women who have ADD also suffer from depression. 4. Irritability Irritability is often a indication of a mental illness. It could be caused by an issue with the body, such as hormonal imbalances, a lack of sleep, or food intolerance. A person experiencing irritability can be tense or anxious with a quick temper and being easily angry or frustrated. It can cause an increase in anger or anger, which can make them snap at people even though they've done nothing wrong. It can also affect someone's mood and make them more prone to symptoms of anxiety or depression. Irritation is an agitated mood that causes a part of physiological agitation. It involves a heightened sensory sensitivities, a noncognitively-mediated lower threshold to react with aggression or anger less threatening stimuli, and a higher tendency to irritable behavior (Digiuseppe Tafrate 2007). Irritability can be triggered by hunger, fatigue, poor sleep or discomfort. It may be a symptom of hormonal changes, such as those that occur during premenstrual disorder (PMS). In one study, researchers surveyed 287 students to assess their level of anxiety. They found that those with extreme irritability had a greater burden of mental health issues than those who didn't have. They also reported greater difficulty with daily activities than those with no irritable episodes. To decrease your irritability Try practicing relaxation techniques. Find a quiet area to do breathing exercises or listen to music or simply take a bath away from the noise and chaos of a busy environment. Practicing self-care by focusing on your emotional and physical needs can help calm down your body and brain, which in turn, will lessen your irritability. 5. Depression Depression is a constant depression that affects the ability of a person to function in everyday life. While it's normal to feel sad following the loss of a loved one or any other stressful occasion, depression is more than just feeling down. Depression is a serious psychiatric disorder that can lead to feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness and helplessness. Depression can affect people of all age groups, races and genders. Women are more likely than men to experience depression. Depression can manifest as perpetually low mood, a shift in appetite and weight (either either way) or changes in sleep patterns, fatigue or feeling tired. Other signs include a negative self-image and feeling depressed or hopeless, suicidal thoughts and attempts, slowed movements and speech, a general difficulty in thinking clearly and have difficulty making decisions. Depression can also cause a loss of interest in hobbies or other activities and a feeling of being trapped and hopeless. Depression is twice as prevalent in females as males, and is particularly prevalent during puberty pregnancy, and after the birth of a child. Depression can also occur during menopausal perimenopausal and perimenopaus. There are a variety of mental health conditions are able to coexist with depression including anxiety disorders and substance abuse. This NIMH factsheet contains more information on depression treatments, treatment options, as well as resources.