Women's Network
ADHD Woman’s Network
We are creating an ADHD Woman's Network - a dedicated space for women with ADHD to learn, connect and feel understood.
For many women, ADHD is more than difficulties with attention or organisation. It can affect confidence, relationships, emotional wellbeing, work, family life and self-esteem. Yet for years, ADHD in women has been overlooked, misunderstood, or mistaken for something else entirely.
That’s why at ADHD360 we are creating a dedicated space for women with ADHD – a place to learn, connect and feel understood.
ADHD and Women
Women often experience ADHD differently from men. While hyperactivity may be less obvious, women describe feeling constantly overwhelmed, mentally exhausted, forgetful, emotionally sensitive, or as though they are working much harder than everyone else just to keep up. Some women develop coping strategies that mask their difficulties, meaning they can go undiagnosed until adulthood.
Hormonal changes can also play a significant role. We know women notice fluctuations in ADHD symptoms throughout their menstrual cycle, during pregnancy, after childbirth, and throughout perimenopause and menopause. These hormonal shifts can affect concentration, memory, emotional regulation and even how effective ADHD medication feels. Understanding this connection can be empowering and help women make sense of experiences they may have struggled with for years. This is one of the reasons that we ask about hormones before you are seen for an assessment, so we are able to give the best possible care.
A Woman’s ADHD Space
Our Women’s ADHD Space has been designed to provide reliable information, practical advice and a supportive community focused on the unique experiences of women living with ADHD. Whether you have recently received a diagnosis, are considering an assessment, or have been managing ADHD for many years, we want this space to offer something valuable for you.
Within the Women’s ADHD Space, you’ll find resources on topics including hormones and ADHD, emotional wellbeing, relationships, parenting, workplace challenges, self-care, and strategies for managing everyday life. We’ll also explore themes such as rejection sensitivity, burnout, masking, and the impact ADHD can have across different stages of life.
What to expect
Each month, we’ll focus on a dedicated theme to raise awareness and to share evidence-based information. These themes will help shine a light on areas that matter to women with ADHD and provide practical tools that can support day-to-day wellbeing.
Most importantly, this space is about recognition and validation. Many women tell us that receiving an ADHD diagnosis finally helps them understand themselves in a way they never could before. Learning that their experiences are shared by others can reduce feelings of isolation and open the door to self-compassion and positive change.
Your invitation
We invite you to explore our Women’s ADHD Space, discover new resources, and join us as we continue to build a community where women with ADHD feel seen, heard and supported.
Because understanding ADHD in women isn’t just about recognising symptoms – it’s about helping women thrive.
Lisa Collins
Deputy Clinical Director
