Research Studies

Better Late Than Never: Understanding Lived Experiences Shaped by Gender, ADHD, & Neurodiversity

Online

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End Date April 30, 2026

Primary Contact Geneva Swager

Email gswager@adler.edu


Study Details

Are you a young adult woman who was not diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) until young adulthood (18-35 years old) and/or after being misdiagnosed? Share your experiences and help advance our understanding of neurodiversity and gender in ADHD.

Participants:

  • Cis-gender (she/her) Women aged 21-35
  • Diagnosed with ADHD at 18 years or older and/or misdiagnosed before an ADHD diagnosis
  • Diagnosis of ADHD recommended to be received at least six months prior
  • Able to participate in a confidential Microsoft Teams interview

Who Is Not Eligible:

  • Diagnosed with ADHD in childhood or early adolescence
  • Do not identify as cis-gender woman (she/her)
  • Unable to provide informed consent or fluently speak English
  • Have severe cognitive impairments impacting participation

Why Participate?

  • Contribute to meaningful research on ADHD and gender
  • Help shape a more inclusive understanding of neurodiversity
  • Your story could inspire change and understanding in mental health fields
  • Chance to win a $25 gift card through a raffle (participation in raffle optional and not dependent on completing the study)

What to Expect:

  • A brief screening survey (under 5 minutes)
  • A short virtual meeting to confirm eligibility and review consent (20-40 minutes)
  • A short demographic questionnaire (5–10 minutes)
  • A Microsoft Teams interview containing questions about your experiences, coping strategies, and relationships (90-120 minutes)
  • Your participation is completely voluntary and confidentia
  • Total time commitment: approximately 2.5 to 3 hours

This study is not therapy and is designed purely for research purposes.

Interested? Scan the QR code on the flyer or follow this link:
https://qualtricsxm7q33nrzkk.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b0YRr3tKqgZ5yAe
to access the screening survey!
Dissertation Chair: Dr. Abbre R. M. McClain, Psy.D., LCPC
Contact Me: Email: gswager@adler.edu
For questions, contact the Adler Institutional Review Board at IRB@adler.edu.

The information provided by CHADD’s National Resource Center on ADHD is supported by Cooperative Agreement Number NU38DD000002 funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the CDC or the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).