What does your ADHD look like?
Does it look like impulsiveness, hyperactivity and the irresistible urge to fidget – the signs we constantly hear about in men and boys?
Or does it look more like forgetting to put on deodorant or brush your teeth, trouble keeping track of all your kid’s appointments, absent-mindedly twirling your hair, or excessive talking when you get excited?
(If you’ve ever gotten “talks too much” on your report card as a kid, you know what I mean!)
ADHD can look different in women – and just because you don’t have the “classic” signs, doesn’t mean you don’t have ADHD.
In this episode of Motherhood in ADHD, Dr. Sasha Hamdani, a board-certified psychiatrist and ADHD specialist, shares about the symptoms of ADHD in women, and SO much more, including:
*Dr. Sasha’s own diagnosis story, and her experience as a mom with ADHD
*ADHD diagnosis in children: how to talk to your kids about their diagnosis in a non-judgmental and supportive way
*When it’s time to seek professional help for your ADHD symptoms
*ADHD and hormones: how your cycle affects your symptoms
*Self-care tips for the emotional side of ADHD
*The benefits of partnering with an ADHD specialist, and how to find the right professional
*How to speak to your loved ones about your ADHD, while clarifying it's an explanation and not an excuse
*Answers to all YOUR burning questions that you shared in our Motherhood in ADHD private Facebook group (P.S. You should join if you haven't yet!)
BIG thanks to Dr. Sasha Hamdani for sharing your wisdom and expertise with us!
To hear more about ADHD from Dr. Sasha, follow her on Instagram: @thepsychdoctormd
To learn more about Dr. Sasha’s psychiatry practice, visit her website: drhamdanimd.com
**This material is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your doctor or a trained medical professional to find the treatment plan that best fits your personal situation.**
This episode originally aired as episode 140 and is part of our summer Best Of Friends series.
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Find links to everything mentioned in this episode & read the transcript here:
https://www.patriciasung.com/podcast/episode-192-What-are-the-symptoms-of-ADHD-in-women-When- -How-to-get-Adult-ADHD-diagnosis-with-Psychiatrist-Dr-Sasha-Hamdani
E116: Cycle Synching Basics for ADHD Women: Your Hormones are Your Energy Superpower
E115: Does your menstrual cycle affect your ADHD? Hormones, periods, and ADHD symptoms
E114: Struggling at Work? How to Overcome and Succeed in Business and Life with ADHD: Live with Jessi Romero of ADHD Female Entrepreneurs
E113: Struggling at Work? How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome, Overwhelm, and Job Interviews: Live with Jessi Romero of ADHD Female Entrepreneurs
E112: The #1 Reason Your Day Feels Chaotic and Out of Control as a Mom with ADHD
BONUS: Is Time Management Mastery for ADHD Moms for Me?
E111: Are You Ready to MASTER Time Management as an ADHD Mom?
E110: The REAL Reason You Aren’t Hitting Your Goals as a Mom with ADHD with Jessica Heimsoth
E109: Will ADHD Coaching Work for Me? How to Choose the Right ADHD Life Coach with Jessica Heimsoth
E108: Decluttering, Homeschooling, and Overcoming Distraction: Your Questions Answered with Allie Casazza
E107: How to Make Motherhood Easier with Allie Casazza: Minimalism and ADHD
BONUS: Get Yourself Organized for the School Year! Plan your day the ADHD friendly way
E106: Stop Looking For A System to Solve Your Problems! Why Buying Another New Planner Will Not Make You Organized When You Have ADHD
E105: Daily Productivity Coaching from Moms with ADHD: How To Plan Your Day Without Losing Your Mind and Still Having Fun - STUDENTS TELL ALL
E104: The ONE Thing that Makes Your Daily Planning a Success when You Have ADHD
E103: Do you feel like your ADHD Brain is keeping you from keeping up? Learning to work with your ADHD instead of against it
E102: Emotional Regulation and Support for Overwhelmed Parents with Adult ADHD with Dr. Edward Hallowell
E101: A Successful Dad's Adult ADHD Diagnosis Journey with Dr. Edward Hallowell: Turning childhood trauma into a mission of helping others with ADHD succeed
E100: How do I overcome the ADHD energy roller coaster and be more productive? Q+A Session
E099: Should I Tell My Child They Have ADHD? Advice from a Mom who has ADHD: Q+A Session
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