Our understanding of how ADHD affects girls and women continues to grow. Much of that progress has been driven by researchers, clinicians, and practitioners who are women. Early ADHD studies largely focused on hyperactive boys and were often conducted by male researchers. By asking new questions, challenging assumptions, and drawing on both scientific insight and…

Ask the ADHD Health Team Question: I feel really scattered because of menopause. My ADHD symptoms seem worse, especially things like motivation and my working memory. My anxiety and panic have also gone up. I read a new study that compared women with and without ADHD and how they rated their ADHD symptoms during menopause.…

  Featuring Jeremy Didier, LSCSW, LMAC Jeremy Didier, LSCSW, LMAC, immediate past president of CHADD, discusses ADHD in the workplace, describing the benefits of structure and support, practical strategies for requesting accommodations, and the nuances of disclosure in professional settings. The conversation emphasizes the need for workplaces to become more aware, inclusive, and understanding of…