FOR PARENTS
Your Daughter has ADHD. What now?
A few quick facts
There are three types of ADHD: primarily innattentive, primarily hyperactive, and combined type (Biederman et al, 1999). ADHD can present differently in girls versus boys (Babinski et al, 2013).Because of this, many girls and women go undiagnosed until adulthood; however, an early diagnosis can be very helpful (Quinn, 2005). ADHD diagnoses in the United States: 12.9% of boys and 9.4% of girls (CDC, 2020)
behaviors that might stem from adhD
Knowing what behaviors may be a result of your daughter's ADHD can help you provide both empathy and structure. (And perhaps even avoid a few disagreements in the process!) (Quinn, 2005)
overwhelm
talkativeness
forgetfulness
time blindness
impulsivity
disorganization
daydreaming
sleep issues
POtential treatment options
lifestyle supports & compensatory strategiesmedication managementADHD coachingorganizational supportclassroom accomodationstalk therapy
Be in the know
For females, ADHD symptoms may be more intense during the luteal (pre-menstrual) phase of the menstrual cycle. Medication can also become less effective during this time and additional supports may be needed (Quinn, 2005).
Girls with ADHD are at greater risk of anxiety, depression, suicide, substance abuse, self-injury, and low self-esteem than their peers (Hinshaw et al, 2012). Awareness is key to providing proper support.
additional HELPFUL resources
https://www.chadd.orghttps://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/data.html https://childmind.org/article/how-girls-with-adhd-are-different/
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FOR PARENTS
Your Daughter has ADHD. What now?
A few quick facts
There are three types of ADHD: primarily innattentive, primarily hyperactive, and combined type (Biederman et al, 1999). ADHD can present differently in girls versus boys (Babinski et al, 2013).Because of this, many girls and women go undiagnosed until adulthood; however, an early diagnosis can be very helpful (Quinn, 2005). ADHD diagnoses in the United States: 12.9% of boys and 9.4% of girls (CDC, 2020)
behaviors that might stem from adhD
Knowing what behaviors may be a result of your daughter's ADHD can help you provide both empathy and structure. (And perhaps even avoid a few disagreements in the process!) (Quinn, 2005)
overwhelm
talkativeness
forgetfulness
time blindness
impulsivity
disorganization
daydreaming
sleep issues
POtential treatment options
lifestyle supports & compensatory strategiesmedication managementADHD coachingorganizational supportclassroom accomodationstalk therapy
Be in the know
For females, ADHD symptoms may be more intense during the luteal (pre-menstrual) phase of the menstrual cycle. Medication can also become less effective during this time and additional supports may be needed (Quinn, 2005).
Girls with ADHD are at greater risk of anxiety, depression, suicide, substance abuse, self-injury, and low self-esteem than their peers (Hinshaw et al, 2012). Awareness is key to providing proper support.
additional HELPFUL resources
https://www.chadd.orghttps://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/data.html https://childmind.org/article/how-girls-with-adhd-are-different/