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ADHD in Women and Girls

This session explores how ADHD commonly presents in women and girls and why it is frequently missed, misinterpreted, or diagnosed late. It examines the impact of masking, gendered expectations, and research bias on identification and support, alongside the emotional, sensory, and executive functioning differences often seen in women and girls with ADHD.

⏱ 2 hours–2.5 hours 🌐 Online or in-person
ADHD in Women and Girls
Gain CPD hours

About This Session

This session explores how ADHD commonly presents in women and girls and why it is frequently missed, misinterpreted, or diagnosed late. It examines the impact of masking, gendered expectations, and research bias on identification and support, alongside the emotional, sensory, and executive functioning differences often seen in women and girls with ADHD.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand how ADHD commonly presents differently in women and girls.
  • Recognise why in women and girls it is frequently missed, misdiagnosed, or identified later in life.
  • Identify the emotional, sensory, and executive functioning challenges associated with ADHD.
  • Understand the mental health impact of long-term masking, including on burnout, and self-esteem.
  • Apply strengths-based strategies to support women and girls across different life stages.

Session Formats

🌐 ONLINE

Online Webinar

2 hours

An extended online session with group discussions, breakout activities and sector-specific case studies.

🏢 IN-PERSON

In-Person Session

2.5 hours

A deep-dive workshop for smaller teams with hands-on activities, scenario work and action planning.