Why Adult ADHD in Women Often Goes Undiagnosed
Passion Struck with John R. Miles
Resources
- Shanna Pearson's ADHD Coaching Program
- Full Show Notes
- Free Companion Workbook (with reflection prompts tied to this episode)
- Book: Invisible ADHD available wherever books are sold
- Pre-order You Matter, Luma
Links
In This Episode, You Will Learn
- Why adult ADHD in women frequently goes undiagnosed or gets mislabeled as anxiety or depression
- How masking, people-pleasing, and emotional overwhelm conceal core ADHD traits in females
- The impact of rejection sensitivity, self-doubt, and identity erosion on self-worth
- Why symptoms often escalate in midlife due to perimenopause, burnout, and hormonal shifts
- Practical tools from Shanna's coaching and book for managing mood, creating state changes, and building self-trust
- How to shift from constant overcompensation to strategies that work with an ADHD brain
- Why naming the experience and accessing targeted support restores clarity and meaning
Support the Movement
Every human deserves to feel seen, valued, and like they matter.
Wear it. Live it. Show it.
Disclaimer
The Passion Struck podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Passion Struck or its affiliates. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a licensed physician, therapist, or other qualified professional.
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Show Notes
Resources
- Shanna Pearson's ADHD Coaching Program
- Full Show Notes
- Free Companion Workbook (with reflection prompts tied to this episode)
- Book: Invisible ADHD available wherever books are sold
- Pre-order You Matter, Luma
Links
In This Episode, You Will Learn
- Why adult ADHD in women frequently goes undiagnosed or gets mislabeled as anxiety or depression
- How masking, people-pleasing, and emotional overwhelm conceal core ADHD traits in females
- The impact of rejection sensitivity, self-doubt, and identity erosion on self-worth
- Why symptoms often escalate in midlife due to perimenopause, burnout, and hormonal shifts
- Practical tools from Shanna's coaching and book for managing mood, creating state changes, and building self-trust
- How to shift from constant overcompensation to strategies that work with an ADHD brain
- Why naming the experience and accessing targeted support restores clarity and meaning
Support the Movement
Every human deserves to feel seen, valued, and like they matter.
Wear it. Live it. Show it.
Disclaimer
The Passion Struck podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Passion Struck or its affiliates. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a licensed physician, therapist, or other qualified professional.
See Privacy Policy and California Privacy Notice.
