Miss. Diagnosis: A Systematic Review of ADHD in Adult Women

Overview

Journal J Atten Disord

Publisher Sage Publications

Specialty Psychiatry

Date 2023 Mar 30

PMID 36995125

Authors

Darby E Attoe

Emma A Climie

Affiliations

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Abstract

Objective: The aim of this review was to explore the impact of living with undiagnosed ADHD and adult diagnosis on women.

Method: A systematic literature search was completed using three databases. Eight articles were considered relevant based on strict inclusion criteria. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the results of the articles.

Results: Four key themes emerged: Impacts on social-emotional wellbeing, Difficult relationships, Lack of control, and Self-acceptance after diagnosis.

Conclusion: This knowledge can be used to advance the understanding of ADHD in adult women and the implications for late diagnosis in women.

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